2005 AC Cobra vs. 2004 Ford E-250
To start off, 2005 AC Cobra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2004 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-250 weights approximately 1308 kg more than 2005 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 AC Cobra (400 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford E-250. (389 Nm). This means 2005 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 AC Cobra | 2004 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Cobra | E-250 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| 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 | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3510 mm |
