2011 Bentley Continental Supersports vs. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 4 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 450 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 980 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 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports 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, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 574 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports 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. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports | 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Bentley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Continental Supersports | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 621 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2241 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1946 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1379 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2746 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 49 L |
