2009 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Suzuki XL7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Suzuki XL7 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt (261 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki XL7. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki XL7.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki XL7. (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki XL7. 2007 Suzuki XL7 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 Suzuki XL7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
Model | Cobalt | XL7 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |