2000 AC Cobra vs. 2002 Saturn SC
To start off, 2002 Saturn SC 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 249 more horse power than 2002 Saturn SC. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2002 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Saturn SC weights approximately 174 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, 2002 Saturn SC, 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 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Saturn SC. (155 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 AC Cobra | 2002 Saturn SC | |
| Make | AC | Saturn |
| Model | Cobra | SC |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
