2001 AC Cobra vs. 2009 Audi Q7
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 8 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 4,133 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q7. (322 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1360 kg more than 2001 AC Cobra.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 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, 2009 Audi Q7 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, 2009 Audi Q7 (760 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 AC Cobra. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 AC Cobra. 2009 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2001 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 2001 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 AC Cobra | 2009 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Cobra | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 4133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 760 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3010 mm |
