2009 BMW 120 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, both 2009 BMW 120 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 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. (155 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 424 kg more than 2009 BMW 120.
Because 2009 BMW 120 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 2009 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 BMW 120 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 120 | Cobalt |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 49 L |