2006 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 196 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, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt (210 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. (203 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cobalt | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 53 L |
