2000 AC Cobra vs. 2001 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Accent is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 AC Cobra would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Accent. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 630 kg more than 2000 AC Cobra.
Because 2001 Hyundai Accent is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Accent 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, 2001 Hyundai Accent (678 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 AC Cobra. (400 Nm). This means 2001 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 AC Cobra | 2001 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | AC | Hyundai |
| Model | Cobra | Accent |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
