2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 and 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt (261 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 231 kg more than 2009 Audi A4. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A4 | 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | A4 | Cobalt |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 49 L |