2005 Cadillac Seville 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 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 596 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.
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 Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. 2005 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt has manual transmission. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Seville | 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Seville | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 49 L |
