2000 Volkswagen Quantum 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 Volkswagen Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Quantum would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Quantum. (110 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 620 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Quantum. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volkswagen Quantum | 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Quantum | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |
