2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 249 kg more than 2010 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 Chrysler PT Cruiser (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
Model | PT Cruiser | Cobalt |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 49 L |