2002 AC Cobra vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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 113 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1196 kg more than 2002 AC Cobra.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 AC Cobra. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 AC Cobra. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 AC Cobra | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | AC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cobra | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2893 mm |
