2005 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 365 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor (346 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cobalt | Endeavor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 3835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 81 L |
