2005 Cadillac DTS vs. 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, both 2005 Cadillac DTS and 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac DTS (287 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster 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 Cadillac DTS (388 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (203 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac DTS | 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | DTS | Cobalt |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 287 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 203 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2690 mm |