2009 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2009 Citroen C2
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt and 2009 Citroen C2 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt (156 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C2. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 206 kg more than 2009 Citroen C2. 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 Chevrolet Cobalt (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C2. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C2. 2009 Citroen C2 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 Citroen C2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2009 Citroen C2 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Cobalt | C2 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2201 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 41 L |