2008 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2004 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Aerio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Aerio would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Aerio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Aerio (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Aerio should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 446 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Aerio.
Because 2004 Suzuki Aerio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Aerio 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, both vehicles can yield 206 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2008 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2004 Suzuki Aerio | |
Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
Model | Cobalt | Aerio |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2201 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 206 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1304 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |