2005 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt (205 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 63 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (168 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Cobalt | 6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1357 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 64 L |
