2006 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2007 Acura CSX
To start off, 2007 Acura CSX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura CSX (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura CSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 437 kg more than 2007 Acura CSX.
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 (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura CSX. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura CSX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2007 Acura CSX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
Model | Cobalt | CSX |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1313 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4544 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1752 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |