2012 Nissan Maxima vs. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2012 Nissan Maxima 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. (261 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 345 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.
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, both vehicles can yield 353 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2012 Nissan Maxima | 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
Model | Maxima | Cobalt |
Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | CVT | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1606 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4841 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1859 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 49 L |