2005 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2004 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Five Hundred. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Five Hundred would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 456 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred 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, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. (203 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2004 Ford Five Hundred | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Cavalier | Five Hundred |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 281 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 72 L |