2006 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2008 Nissan Altima

To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima 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 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 130 kg more than 2008 Nissan Altima.

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, 2008 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet Cobalt 2008 Nissan Altima
Make Chevrolet Nissan
Model Cobalt Altima
Year Released 2006 2008
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2189 cc 2491 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 143 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 244 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3900 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1266 kg 1136 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2780 mm
Fuel Consumption City 9.4 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 14 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 76 L


 

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