2009 Toyota Sienna vs. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. (171 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 857 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. 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 Toyota Sienna (333 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. 2009 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt has manual transmission. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Toyota Sienna | 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
Model | Sienna | Cobalt |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3456 cc | 2376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1078 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 49 L |