2002 AC Cobra vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2005 Suzuki XL7 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 575 kg more than 2002 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 AC Cobra (400 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2002 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 AC Cobra | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | AC | Suzuki |
| Model | Cobra | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2810 mm |
