2001 AC Cobra vs. 2006 Ford E-250
To start off, 2006 Ford E-250 is newer by 5 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-250. (226 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-250 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2001 AC Cobra.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford E-250. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
2001 AC Cobra | 2006 Ford E-250 | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Cobra | E-250 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 2140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3510 mm |