2003 AC Cobra vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 AC Cobra would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1510 kg more than 2003 AC Cobra.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (476 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 AC Cobra. (400 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 AC Cobra. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2003 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 2003 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Cobra | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Cobra | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 2572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3030 mm |
