2005 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2005 Chrysler Concorde
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt and 2005 Chrysler Concorde were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Concorde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Concorde (201 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Concorde should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Concorde weights approximately 155 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, 2005 Chrysler Concorde (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler Concorde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. 2005 Chrysler Concorde has automatic transmission and 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt has manual transmission. 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chrysler Concorde will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2005 Chrysler Concorde | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Cobalt | Concorde |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 68 L |
