2005 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2005 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt and 2005 Volkswagen Lupo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt (205 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 373 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. 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 (271 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. (195 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2005 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Cobalt | Lupo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 195 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1357 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 34 L |