2009 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2008 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Rogue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Rogue would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Rogue (170 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. (155 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 638 kg more than 2008 Nissan Rogue.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan Rogue (237 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. (203 Nm). This means 2008 Nissan Rogue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2008 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Cobalt | Rogue |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |
