Honda Fit vs. Chevrolet Cobalt Review

Performance
Regarding horsepower, the Chevrolet Cobalt packs quite a punch and will knock the Honda down a few rungs. On the other hand, keep in mind that high horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Handling
With their similar turning radii, the Chevrolet Cobalt and the Honda Fit most definitely handle approximately the same into and out of tight spots.

Drivetrain
The Fit's engine is substantially smaller than the Cobalt's. Remember that a smaller engine usually has to work a little harder; on the flip side, smaller engines typically get better gas mileage. Torque is the force that lets you accelerate quickly, and in this respect, the Chevrolet is considerably more powerful than the Honda Fit. The Honda could learn a lesson or two from the Chevrolet Cobalt regarding pickup.

Utility
Neither the Cobalt nor the Fit has a marked advantage regarding seating capacity.

Convenience
The Honda's fuel tank will need to be replenished more often than the unit in the Chevrolet.

Comfort
Taller drivers will considerably enjoy the extra head room in the Fit's front cabin compared to the Chevrolet Cobalt. The Honda Fit provides more head- and leg-room to your passengers than the Chevrolet does.

Dimensions
Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the Chevrolet Cobalt than the Honda Fit because of its larger tank. The Honda Fit and the Chevrolet Cobalt compete for the same parking spaces.

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. It costs almost the same to get the Honda Fit to the dealership as the Chevrolet Cobalt. There honestly isn't much of a difference in gas mileage here, but if you must know, the Honda Fit is somewhat more economical than the Chevrolet Cobalt. The Honda won't tax your gas budget substantially more than the Chevrolet Cobalt will. The Chevrolet isn't much less costly than the Fit in terms of MSRP.

Warranty
The Honda Fit and the Chevrolet Cobalt have the same basic after-sale protection.