2009 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2007 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fusion. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fusion.
Because 2007 Ford Fusion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fusion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fusion. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fusion. 2007 Ford Fusion has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Fusion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2007 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Cobalt | Fusion |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 66 L |