2008 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 5,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. (155 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2010 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 Impala (438 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Impala | 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Impala | Cobalt |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5670 cc | 2201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 49 L |