2006 BMW 316 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, both 2006 BMW 316 and 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt (171 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2006 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 316 weights approximately 387 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Because 2006 BMW 316 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 2006 BMW 316. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 316. (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 316 | 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 316 | Cobalt |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1078 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 49 L |