2003 AC Cobra vs. 2012 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC70 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 50 more horse power than 2012 Volvo XC70. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 821 kg more than 2003 AC Cobra.
Because 2012 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC70 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, 2012 Volvo XC70 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 AC Cobra. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 AC Cobra. 2012 Volvo XC70 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. 2012 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Cobra | 2012 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | AC | Volvo |
| Model | Cobra | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1883 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2815 mm |
