2010 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, both 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt and 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,427 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt (153 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (150 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 612 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. (150 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Cobalt | PT Cruiser |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2427 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1873 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |