2006 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2007 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt would be higher. At 2,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Trajet. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 447 kg more than 2006 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 Hyundai Trajet (255 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2007 Hyundai Trajet | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Cobalt | Trajet |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1713 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 65 L |
