2010 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 3 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. (149 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1319 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.
Because 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser 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. 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 2201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2580 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1971 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 49 L |
