2005 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2004 Volvo C70
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo C70 (197 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (146 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo C70 weights approximately 226 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.
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, 2004 Volvo C70 (270 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (210 Nm). This means 2004 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2004 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Cobalt | C70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 68 L |
