2010 GMC Envoy vs. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, both 2010 GMC Envoy 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 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1174 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 GMC Envoy 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, 2010 GMC Envoy 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, 2010 GMC Envoy (375 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. 2010 GMC Envoy 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 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 GMC Envoy | 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
Model | Envoy | Cobalt |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 375 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 49 L |