2008 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touran 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 67 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 113 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2011 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Cobalt | Touran |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |