2009 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2008 Ford Taurus X
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Taurus X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Taurus X would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 154 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Because 2008 Ford Taurus X 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, 2008 Ford Taurus X 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, 2008 Ford Taurus X (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2008 Ford Taurus X | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Cobalt | Taurus X |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2201 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 72 L |