2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. (155 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 489 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express will offer significantly more control. 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 Express (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Express | Cobalt |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 49 L |