2009 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer (262 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 209 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 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (355 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cobalt | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 74 L |
