2010 BMW 120 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, both 2010 BMW 120 and 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt (261 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Because 2010 BMW 120 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 2010 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120. 2010 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt has manual transmission. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 BMW 120 | 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 120 | Cobalt |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 49 L |