2005 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2008 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2008 Jeep Patriot 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, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt (146 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Patriot. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 260 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Because 2008 Jeep Patriot 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 Jeep Patriot 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, 2008 Jeep Patriot (310 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (210 Nm). This means 2008 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2008 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Cobalt | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 51 L |
