2005 AC Cobra vs. 2005 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, both 2005 AC Cobra and 2005 Chevrolet Equinox were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 165 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 598 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, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox, 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) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm). This means 2005 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
2005 AC Cobra | 2005 Chevrolet Equinox | |
Make | AC | Chevrolet |
Model | Cobra | Equinox |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3425 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 285 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2860 mm |