2005 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt

To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 2 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 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (171 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 188 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt.

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, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chevrolet Cobalt 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt
Make Chevrolet Chevrolet
Model Cobalt Cobalt
Year Released 2005 2007
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2189 cc 2376 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 143 HP 171 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 221 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1266 kg 1078 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4590 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption City 9.4 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 14 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 49 L


 

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