2006 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2008 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 2 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chrysler 300 (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. 2008 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2008 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Cobalt | 300 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 68 L |