2007 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, both 2007 Daihatsu YRV 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 Chevrolet Cobalt (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. (127 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 259 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Chevrolet Cobalt (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. 2007 Daihatsu YRV has automatic transmission and 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt has manual transmission. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Daihatsu YRV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu YRV | 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Chevrolet |
| Model | YRV | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 49 L |
