2002 AC Cobra vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape is newer by 8 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 85 more horse power than 2010 Ford Escape. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 790 kg more than 2002 AC Cobra.
Because 2002 AC Cobra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Escape. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Escape. 2010 Ford Escape 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. 2010 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 AC Cobra | 2010 Ford Escape | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Cobra | Escape |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4717 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2824 mm |