2008 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2011 Ford F-350
To start off, 2011 Ford F-350 is newer by 3 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Because 2011 Ford F-350 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Ford F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. 2011 Ford F-350 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. 2011 Ford F-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2011 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Cobalt | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 132 L |
