2000 AC Cobra vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 380 kg more than 2000 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 AC Cobra (400 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (330 Nm). This means 2000 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 AC Cobra | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Cobra | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 85 L |
