2005 AC Cobra vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 AC Cobra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 323 kg more than 2005 AC Cobra.
Because 2000 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza 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, 2005 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (292 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2005 AC Cobra | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | AC | Subaru |
Model | Cobra | Impreza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2530 mm |