2006 Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 113 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2006 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tucson | 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Hyundai | Chevrolet |
| Model | Tucson | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 49 L |
