2009 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt and 2009 Ford Focus 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 57 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 3850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 4 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt.
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 Ford Focus (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Cobalt | Focus |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2201 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3850 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |