2005 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt and 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 505 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.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer significantly more control. 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 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (203 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Cobalt | Pajero |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 373 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 98.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 90 L |