2002 AC Cobra vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 296 kg more than 2002 AC Cobra.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2002 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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. 2008 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 AC Cobra | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | AC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cobra | Passat |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2720 mm |
