1996 Dodge Dakota vs. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt (156 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 269 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Because 1996 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Dakota 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, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Dakota | 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
Model | Dakota | Cobalt |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2630 mm |