2006 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2006 Mazda MPV
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt and 2006 Mazda MPV were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MPV (200 HP) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. (171 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda MPV weights approximately 633 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 Mazda MPV (271 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2006 Mazda MPV | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Cobalt | MPV |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2376 cc | 2966 cc |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 221 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1711 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 75 L |