2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt would be higher. At 3,341 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 203 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
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 Hyundai Santa Fe (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt has manual transmission. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
Make | Hyundai | Chevrolet |
Model | Santa Fe | Cobalt |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3341 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 49 L |