2005 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2005 Nissan Almera
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt and 2005 Nissan Almera 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 Chevrolet Cobalt (146 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Almera. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 105 kg more than 2005 Nissan Almera. 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 (210 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Almera. (137 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2005 Nissan Almera | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Cobalt | Almera |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 137 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |