2007 Mazda 6 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, both 2007 Mazda 6 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 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (171 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 387 kg more than 2007 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 Chevrolet Cobalt (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda 6 | 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
Model | 6 | Cobalt |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 207 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1078 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 49 L |