2009 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2011 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt (261 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Tucson. (165 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Tucson.
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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Tucson. (198 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2011 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Cobalt | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1656 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |
