2006 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt and 2006 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 315 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 Opel Astra (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2006 Opel Astra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Cobalt | Astra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 52 L |