2000 AC Cobra vs. 2010 Renault Duster
To start off, 2010 Renault Duster is newer by 10 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 242 more horse power than 2010 Renault Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Duster weights approximately 300 kg more than 2000 AC Cobra.
Because 2010 Renault Duster 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, 2010 Renault Duster 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 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 AC Cobra | 2010 Renault Duster | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Cobra | Duster |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| 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 | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2673 mm |
