2006 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt and 2006 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (242 HP) has 99 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. (143 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 292 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.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 6400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Cobalt | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 242 HP |
Torque | 210 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |