2005 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2005 MG ZR
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt and 2005 MG ZR were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG ZR (158 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG ZR should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 339 kg more than 2005 MG ZR.
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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG ZR. (177 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG ZR.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2005 MG ZR | |
Make | Chevrolet | MG |
Model | Cobalt | ZR |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 177 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1459 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 65 L |