2000 AC Cobra vs. 2003 Citroen C
To start off, 2003 Citroen C is newer by 3 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 292 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 AC Cobra weights approximately 124 kg more than 2003 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Citroen C, 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 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 AC Cobra | 2003 Citroen C | |
| Make | AC | Citroen |
| Model | Cobra | C |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2320 mm |
