2005 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2005 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt and 2005 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 5 kg more than 2005 Subaru Outback.
Because 2005 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback (223 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (203 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2005 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Cobalt | Outback |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 223 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 64 L |