2008 Opel Zafira vs. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2008 Opel Zafira 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 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 970 kg more than 2008 Opel Zafira.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Zafira | 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Zafira | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 49 L |
