2000 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt (261 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 524 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan will offer significantly more control. 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. (271 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Volkswagen Sharan | 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
Model | Sharan | Cobalt |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 49 L |