2008 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2001 Honda City
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda City would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2001 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 321 kg more than 2001 Honda City. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2001 Honda City | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Cobalt | City |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |