2008 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2009 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 349 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Because 2009 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Jeep Patriot (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2009 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Cobalt | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 51 L |
