2006 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 17 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (128 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 587 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Because 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Cobalt | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 66 L |
