2003 AC Cobra vs. 2005 Ford E-150
To start off, 2005 Ford E-150 is newer by 2 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2005 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1321 kg more than 2003 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 AC Cobra (400 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford E-150. (373 Nm). This means 2003 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Cobra | 2005 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Cobra | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 2383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3510 mm |
