2006 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2007 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2007 Nissan Versa 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, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Versa.
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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2007 Nissan Versa | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Cobalt | Versa |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |