2005 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 4 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 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (151 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 529 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt (203 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (136 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2009 Ford Escape | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Cobalt | Escape |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 151 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 136 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 57 L |