2001 AC Cobra vs. 2008 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2008 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 7 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 3,777 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (196 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 890 kg more than 2001 AC Cobra.
Because 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 AC Cobra | 2008 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | AC | Jeep |
| Model | Cobra | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2950 mm |
