2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt (153 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (105 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 146 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Because 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Chevrolet Cobalt (150 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (145 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Suzuki | Chevrolet |
| Model | Grand Vitara | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3865 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
