2005 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 1998 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt (145 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Honda CR-V. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda CR-V weights approximately 80 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) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt | 1998 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Cobalt | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
