2008 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2008 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt and 2008 Chevrolet Impala were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,506 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (233 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. 2008 Chevrolet Impala 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 Chevrolet Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2008 Chevrolet Impala | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Cobalt | Impala |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 3506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 64 L |