2008 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2011 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i20 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i20.
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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i20. 2011 Hyundai i20 has automatic transmission and 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt has manual transmission. 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Hyundai i20 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2011 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Cobalt | i20 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2525 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.5 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |