2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Buick Terraza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Buick Terraza would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Terraza (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. (155 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 200 kg more than 2006 Buick Terraza.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Buick Terraza (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. 2006 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt has manual transmission. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Buick Terraza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Terraza | 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Terraza | Cobalt |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 49 L |