2005 AC Cobra vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 AC Cobra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Yaris 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 267 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 8 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, 2004 Toyota Yaris, 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 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2005 AC Cobra | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | AC | Toyota |
Model | Cobra | Yaris |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2610 mm |