2009 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2000 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda CR-V would be higher. Both 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt and 2000 Honda CR-V are equipped with a 1,999 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2000 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda CR-V weights approximately 239 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2000 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Cobalt | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.6 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
