2005 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2008 Honda S2000
To start off, 2008 Honda S2000 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 279 kg more than 2008 Honda S2000.
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, 2008 Honda S2000 (220 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (203 Nm). This means 2008 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2008 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Cobalt | S2000 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2155 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 220 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1459 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |