2008 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2011 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa 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 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 39 kg more than 2011 Nissan Versa. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2011 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Cobalt | Versa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1222 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |
