2000 AC Cobra vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 6 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 82 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 885 kg more than 2000 AC Cobra.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2000 AC Cobra | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Cobra | E |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |