2004 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Volkswagen Polo | 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
Model | Polo | Cobalt |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1422 cc | 2189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 94.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1366 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 117 L |