2009 BMW M6 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 179 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.
Because 2009 BMW M6 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 M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 M6 (519 Nm) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (203 Nm). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M6 | 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | M6 | Cobalt |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 203 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1459 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.5 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 49 L |