2006 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt and 2006 Opel Corsa 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 37 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (106 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Corsa weights approximately 164 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Cobalt | Corsa |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1795 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |