2008 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2007 Honda S2000
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Because 2007 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2007 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Cobalt | S2000 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2201 cc | 2157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |