2002 AC Cobra vs. 2005 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Cobra (350 HP) has 160 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 865 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2002 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2002 AC Cobra | 2005 GMC Safari | |
Make | AC | GMC |
Model | Cobra | Safari |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 190 HP |
Torque | 400 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 102.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2830 mm |