2001 AC Cobra vs. 2006 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Fortuner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 AC Cobra (350 HP) has 115 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. (235 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Fortuner weights approximately 190 kg more than 2001 AC Cobra.
Because 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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, 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. (343 Nm). This means 2001 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Fortuner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 AC Cobra | 2006 Toyota Fortuner | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Cobra | Fortuner |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 235 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2760 mm |
