2006 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2002 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford F-150 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford F-150 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, 2002 Ford F-150 (339 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2002 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Cobalt | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3050 mm |
