2012 Audi S4 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2012 Audi S4 is newer by 5 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. (171 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Because 2012 Audi S4 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, 2012 Audi S4 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, 2012 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Audi S4 | 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | S4 | Cobalt |
Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 333 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4704 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1829 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1427 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2809 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 49 L |