1999 Pontiac Salsa vs. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Pontiac Salsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pontiac Salsa would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Salsa (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. (149 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Salsa should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 61 kg more than 1999 Pontiac Salsa.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (206 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac Salsa. (203 Nm). This means 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac Salsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Pontiac Salsa | 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Pontiac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Salsa | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1261 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
