2000 Renault Safrane vs. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Safrane weights approximately 105 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Renault Safrane | 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
Model | Safrane | Cobalt |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 42 L |