2009 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2007 Toyota Tundra
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 Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tundra (271 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Because 2007 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. 2007 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2007 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Cobalt | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 424 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 100 L |
