2007 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 157 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, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Passat | 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
Model | Passat | Cobalt |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 49 L |