2006 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma

To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 4 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 606 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet Cobalt 2010 Toyota Tacoma
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Cobalt Tacoma
Year Released 2006 2010
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2196 cc 3956 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 145 HP 237 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 361 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.5:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1078 kg 1684 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 5290 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 3250 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.4 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 9.8 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.7 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 49 L 79 L


 

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