1999 AC Cobra vs. 2008 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2008 Nissan Murano is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Murano. (231 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Murano weights approximately 845 kg more than 1999 AC Cobra.
Because 2008 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Murano will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Murano. (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Cobra | 2008 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Cobra | Murano |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 82 L |
