2008 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2002 Kia Pride Wagon
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Pride Wagon would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 930 kg more than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. 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 (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2002 Kia Pride Wagon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Cobalt | Pride Wagon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2350 mm |
