1999 Toyota Celica 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 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Celica. (145 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 171 kg more than 1999 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Celica | 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Celica | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1792 cc | 2201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 49 L |
