2012 Cadillac CTS vs. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS 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 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 2 kg more than 2012 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2012 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Cadillac CTS | 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | CTS | Cobalt |
Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4877 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 49 L |