2002 AC Cobra vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 11 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 182 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Forester. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 468 kg more than 2002 AC Cobra.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2002 AC Cobra | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | AC | Subaru |
Model | Cobra | Forester |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2615 mm |