2008 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2002 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 459 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Toyota Tundra (299 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2002 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Cobalt | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3270 mm |
