2005 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2008 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2008 Nissan Navara 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Navara weights approximately 612 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 2008 Nissan Navara 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 Nissan Navara 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 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2008 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Cobalt | Navara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 80 L |
