2003 AC Cobra vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 9 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 454 kg more than 2003 AC Cobra.
Because 2003 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 2003 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2003 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. (220 Nm @ 1550 RPM). This means 2003 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
2003 AC Cobra | 2012 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | AC | Volkswagen |
Model | Cobra | Touran |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1550 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1516 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2680 mm |