2005 BMW 525 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (225 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. (153 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 499 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.
Because 2005 BMW 525 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, 2005 BMW 525 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, 2005 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. (150 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 525 | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.2 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
