2006 Fiat Multipla vs. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Multipla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Multipla would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Multipla. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 522 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, both vehicles can yield 206 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Multipla | 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Multipla | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 49 L |
