2006 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2013 Honda CR-V

To start off, 2013 Honda CR-V is newer by 7 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda CR-V (182 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 149 kg more than 2013 Honda CR-V.

Because 2013 Honda CR-V is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda CR-V 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, 2013 Honda CR-V (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. 2013 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet Cobalt 2013 Honda CR-V
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model Cobalt CR-V
Year Released 2006 2013
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2196 cc 2354 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 145 HP 182 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 211 Nm 221 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 94 mm 99 mm
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 1601 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1654 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 6.9 L/100km 6.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 9.4 L/100km 9.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 49 L 58 L


 

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