2005 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria (235 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (205 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 424 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford Crown Victoria is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria (367 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (271 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2001 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Cobalt | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1357 kg | 1781 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 72 L |
