2007 Abarth Grande Punto vs. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, both 2007 Abarth Grande Punto and 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Because 2007 Abarth Grande Punto is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Abarth Grande Punto. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Abarth Grande Punto (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Abarth Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Abarth Grande Punto | 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
Make | Abarth | Chevrolet |
Model | Grande Punto | Cobalt |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |