2005 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 278 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Cobalt | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1698 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |
