2009 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2009 Dodge Ram
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt and 2009 Dodge Ram were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 101 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 2009 Dodge Ram is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Dodge Ram. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2009 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Cobalt | Ram |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 6690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3013 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 827 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 132 L |