2002 AC Cobra vs. 2002 Toyota FXS

To start off, both 2002 AC Cobra and 2002 Toyota FXS were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,290 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota FXS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2002 Toyota FXS. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota FXS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota FXS weights approximately 240 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 AC Cobra (400 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota FXS. (270 Nm). This means 2002 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota FXS. 2002 Toyota FXS has automatic transmission and 2002 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 2002 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota FXS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 AC Cobra 2002 Toyota FXS
Make AC Toyota
Model Cobra FXS
Year Released 2002 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3506 cc 4290 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 350 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 270 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1060 kg 1300 kg
Vehicle Length 4210 mm 4150 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1120 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 2610 mm


 

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