2006 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2006 Hyundai Atos
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt and 2006 Hyundai Atos were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 85 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 381 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Atos. 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Atos. 2006 Hyundai Atos has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Hyundai Atos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2006 Hyundai Atos | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Cobalt | Atos |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5450 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 35 L |