2000 AC Cobra vs. 2002 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2002 Ford Ranger is newer by 2 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 222 more horse power than 2002 Ford Ranger. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Ranger weights approximately 820 kg more than 2000 AC Cobra.
Because 2002 Ford Ranger 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, 2002 Ford Ranger 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, 2000 AC Cobra (400 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ranger. (207 Nm). This means 2000 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 AC Cobra | 2002 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Cobra | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
