2008 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2008 Kia Picanto
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt and 2008 Kia Picanto 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 (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2008 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 822 kg more than 2008 Kia Picanto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Cobalt (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2008 Kia Picanto | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Cobalt | Picanto |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2201 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 928 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 35 L |