2002 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Montero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Montero would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Montero. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 689 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Because 2002 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Montero (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi Montero | 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Montero | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 2201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
