2008 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S80 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 169 kg more than 2009 Volvo S80.
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, 2009 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. 2009 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt has manual transmission. 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Cobalt | S80 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2201 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1581 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |