2010 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 204 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt.
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 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volkswagen Jetta | 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
Model | Jetta | Cobalt |
Year Released | 2010 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4554 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1781 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1458 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 49 L |