2008 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic 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 (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 289 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2009 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Cobalt | Civic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |
