2008 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2008 BMW 318
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt and 2008 BMW 318 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 318 weights approximately 319 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Because 2008 BMW 318 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 2008 BMW 318. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 318. 2008 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt has manual transmission. 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2008 BMW 318 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Cobalt | 318 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2201 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 63 L |