2005 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt (205 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Opel Vectra. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 98 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Vectra. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Cobalt | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1357 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 61 L |
