2009 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt and 2009 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt (261 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
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 (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Cobalt | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 16.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |