2002 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (143 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1174 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt has manual transmission. 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Land Rover Range Rover | 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Land Rover | Chevrolet |
| Model | Range Rover | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 117 L |
