2008 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2006 Ford GT
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 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford GT weights approximately 259 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford GT 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 GT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Cobalt | GT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 66 L |
