2000 AC Cobra vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Polo 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 250 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 205 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 Volkswagen Polo, 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 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 AC Cobra | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | AC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cobra | Polo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
