2006 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Uplander would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. (155 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 1099 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. 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 Uplander (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet Uplander 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt
Make Chevrolet Chevrolet
Model Uplander Cobalt
Year Released 2006 2009
Body Type Minivan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3491 cc 2201 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 155 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 293 Nm 203 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4900 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.3:1
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2360 kg 1261 kg
Vehicle Length 5200 mm 4590 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1840 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.4 L/100km 7.3 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.1 L/100km 10 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 8.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 49 L


 

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