2008 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2009 Fiat Fiorino
To start off, 2009 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt would be higher. 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 75 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 91 kg more than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Fiorino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2009 Fiat Fiorino | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Cobalt | Fiorino |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 45 L |
