2005 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2006 Morgan Aero
To start off, 2006 Morgan Aero 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Aero (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (205 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Aero should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 247 kg more than 2006 Morgan Aero.
Because 2006 Morgan Aero is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Morgan Aero. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Morgan Aero (448 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (271 Nm). This means 2006 Morgan Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2006 Morgan Aero | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morgan |
Model | Cobalt | Aero |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 448 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1357 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |