2000 AC Cobra vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 4 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 219 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 184 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, 2004 Ford Focus, 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 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (166 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2000 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 AC Cobra | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Cobra | Focus |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2720 mm |
