2002 AC Cobra vs. 2008 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 6 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Ram. (215 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 632 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Ram. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2002 AC Cobra | 2008 Dodge Ram | |
Make | AC | Dodge |
Model | Cobra | Ram |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3070 mm |