2009 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai Elantra has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai Elantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Elantra | 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Hyundai | Chevrolet |
| Model | Elantra | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 49 L |
