2005 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger 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, 2006 Ford Ranger 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (324 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (203 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Cobalt | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 4016 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 84 L |
