2012 Chevrolet Express vs. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. (156 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1299 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 2012 Chevrolet Express 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 2012 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. 2012 Chevrolet Express 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. 2012 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Express | 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Express | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 2012 | 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 | 310 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 4-speed automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2560 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2126 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 49 L |
