2009 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 486 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. (203 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Cobalt | Dakota |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2201 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 319 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1747 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3330 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 76 L |