2009 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2009 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt and 2009 Chrysler Voyager were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Voyager (173 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 235 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.
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, 2009 Chrysler Voyager (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. 2009 Chrysler Voyager has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chrysler Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2009 Chrysler Voyager | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Cobalt | Voyager |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2201 cc | 3301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 75 L |