2008 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt and 2008 Peugeot 207 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt (171 HP) has 63 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 81 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 207. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
Model | Cobalt | 207 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 226 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1342 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |