2000 Ford Taurus vs. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2000 Ford Taurus. (154 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Taurus weights approximately 216 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Taurus. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Taurus. 2000 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt has manual transmission. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Taurus | 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Taurus | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1477 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 49 L |
