2005 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 531 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.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Honda CR-V (218 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (203 Nm). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Cobalt | CR-V |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 218 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1459 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 58 L |