1999 AC Cobra vs. 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 12 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1999 AC Cobra. (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1999 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 825 kg more than 1999 AC Cobra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 (522 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (367 Nm). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Cobra | 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | AC | Toyota |
Model | Cobra | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 367 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |