2008 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2006 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 530 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
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, 2006 Ford Freestyle (282 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2006 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Cobalt | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 282 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 72 L |
