2005 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2007 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 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 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (429 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 393 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (203 Nm). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2007 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Cobalt | 300 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 6059 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 72 L |
