2007 Acura MDX vs. 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Because 2007 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX 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 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. 2007 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt has manual transmission. 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Acura MDX | 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | MDX | Cobalt |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 49 L |