2000 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,434 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Volvo S60. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo S60 weights approximately 164 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, 2000 Volvo S60 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volvo S60 | 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Volvo | Chevrolet |
| Model | S60 | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2434 cc | 2201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 49 L |
