2009 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2007 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Aygo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Aygo would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt (153 HP) has 100 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 371 kg more than 2007 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt (150 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2007 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Cobalt | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1615 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.4 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
