2006 Honda CR-V vs. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 278 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt. (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda CR-V | 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | CR-V | Cobalt |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |