2005 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2005 Ford C-MAX
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt and 2005 Ford C-MAX were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Ford C-MAX. (104 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 121 kg more than 2005 Ford C-MAX. 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 Chevrolet Cobalt (203 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford C-MAX. (146 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford C-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2005 Ford C-MAX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Cobalt | C-MAX |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 146 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |