2008 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2008 Nissan Micra
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt and 2008 Nissan Micra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Micra. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 212 kg more than 2008 Nissan Micra. 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 (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Micra. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2008 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Cobalt | Micra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1049 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 46 L |