2006 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2001 Kia Carens
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Carens would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2001 Kia Carens. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 6 kg more than 2001 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Chevrolet Cobalt (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Carens. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2001 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Cobalt | Carens |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
