2010 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2013 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2013 Nissan Versa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Versa. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 670 kg more than 2013 Nissan Versa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Chevrolet Cobalt (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Versa. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2013 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Cobalt | Versa |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4455 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 41 L |
