2008 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2011 Honda Element
To start off, 2011 Honda Element 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Element weights approximately 333 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt.
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 (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Element. 2011 Honda Element 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 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2011 Honda Element | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Cobalt | Element |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1594 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1788 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2576 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |