2005 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2002 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (146 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Envoy weights approximately 666 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 2002 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 GMC Envoy 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, 2002 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (210 Nm). This means 2002 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2002 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Cobalt | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 4160 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 83 L |
