2006 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2008 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2008 Nissan Livina 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 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Livina weights approximately 1327 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt.
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 (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Livina. (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Livina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2008 Nissan Livina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Cobalt | Livina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 1598 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 52 L |
