2000 AC Cobra vs. 2004 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2004 Ford Maverick 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 228 more horse power than 2004 Ford Maverick. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Maverick weights approximately 615 kg more than 2000 AC Cobra.
Because 2004 Ford Maverick 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, 2004 Ford Maverick 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 AC Cobra | 2004 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Cobra | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 59 L |
