2007 Cadillac DTS vs. 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Cadillac DTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Cadillac DTS would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac DTS (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. (155 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2009 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 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac DTS | 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | DTS | Cobalt |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 49 L |