2001 AC Cobra vs. 2004 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2004 Subaru Forester 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Forester. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Forester weights approximately 403 kg more than 2001 AC Cobra.
Because 2004 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Forester 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, 2001 AC Cobra (400 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Forester. (319 Nm). This means 2001 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2001 AC Cobra | 2004 Subaru Forester | |
Make | AC | Subaru |
Model | Cobra | Forester |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 319 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1463 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2530 mm |