2012 Porsche 911 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 193 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Porsche 911 | 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
Make | Porsche | Chevrolet |
Model | 911 | Cobalt |
Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1557 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 49 L |