2011 Dacia Duster vs. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 220 kg more than 2011 Dacia Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Dacia Duster 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, 2011 Dacia Duster 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, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Dacia Duster | 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
Make | Dacia | Chevrolet |
Model | Duster | Cobalt |
Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4315 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1822 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2673 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |