2006 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 is newer by 6 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 50 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 2. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 650 kg more than 2012 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 2. (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Cobalt | 2 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 43 L |
