2000 AC Cobra vs. 2011 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2011 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 11 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2011 Buick LaCrosse. (280 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2011 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 935 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, 2011 Buick LaCrosse, 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Buick LaCrosse. (351 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Buick LaCrosse. 2011 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 2000 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 2000 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 AC Cobra | 2011 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | AC | Buick |
| Model | Cobra | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
