2008 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,881 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 621 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Cobalt | Ram |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 5881 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 827 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 129 L |
