1999 AC Cobra vs. 2009 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 10 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Ford Expedition. (310 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Cobra weights approximately 59 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Expedition. 2009 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1999 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1999 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Cobra | 2009 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Cobra | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 106 L |
