2005 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2008 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 3 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt (205 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 187 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2008 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt (271 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2008 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Cobalt | Terios |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1357 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |
