2009 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2006 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Land Rover LR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Land Rover LR3 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1200 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 2006 Land Rover LR3 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, 2006 Land Rover LR3 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, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2006 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Cobalt | LR3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 86 L |