2000 AC Cobra vs. 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 5 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 210 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 435 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, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt, 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) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (203 Nm). This means 2000 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
2000 AC Cobra | 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
Make | AC | Chevrolet |
Model | Cobra | Cobalt |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 203 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2720 mm |