2000 AC Cobra vs. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 366 kg more than 2000 AC Cobra.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 AC Cobra | 2011 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cobra | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
