2005 AC Cobra vs. 2002 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2005 AC Cobra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Mondeo 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 128 more horse power than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (222 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 444 kg more than 2005 AC Cobra.
Because 2005 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 2005 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2005 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 AC Cobra | 2002 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Cobra | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2760 mm |