2000 AC Cobra vs. 2000 Volvo S40
To start off, both 2000 AC Cobra and 2000 Volvo S40 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Cobra (350 HP) has 242 more horse power than 2000 Volvo S40. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo S40 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2000 AC Cobra.
Because 2000 AC Cobra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S40, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo S40. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
2000 AC Cobra | 2000 Volvo S40 | |
Make | AC | Volvo |
Model | Cobra | S40 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 400 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2570 mm |