2006 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2002 Vauxhall Meriva
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Meriva 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 25 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. (118 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Meriva weights approximately 39 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt.
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, 2002 Vauxhall Meriva (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2002 Vauxhall Meriva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
| Model | Cobalt | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
