2001 AC Cobra vs. 2009 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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 3,630 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. (254 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 404 kg more than 2001 AC Cobra.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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 Subaru Tribeca 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. (350 Nm @ 450 RPM). This means 2001 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 AC Cobra | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | AC | Subaru |
| Model | Cobra | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3630 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2760 mm |
