2006 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2006 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt and 2006 Chrysler Sebring were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Sebring (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 354 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.
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 Chrysler Sebring (259 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2006 Chrysler Sebring | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Cobalt | Sebring |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2189 cc | 2737 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.5 mm | 78.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 61 L |