2009 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2001 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,193 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. (156 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford F-150 weights approximately 814 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2001 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2001 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Cobalt | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 4193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3050 mm |
