2001 AC Cobra vs. 2004 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2004 Mercury Monterey is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 AC Cobra (350 HP) has 149 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 909 kg more than 2001 AC Cobra.
Because 2001 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 2001 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Monterey, 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, 2001 AC Cobra (400 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Monterey. (357 Nm). This means 2001 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
2001 AC Cobra | 2004 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | AC | Mercury |
Model | Cobra | Monterey |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 201 HP |
Torque | 400 Nm | 357 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1969 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3070 mm |