2006 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 3 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 25 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito weights approximately 266 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Cobalt | Vito |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2151 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 78 L |