2005 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2000 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt (205 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Intrepid. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 213 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 (271 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2000 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Cobalt | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1357 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2880 mm |
