2005 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 2 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.
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, 2009 Honda Accord (220 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (203 Nm). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Cobalt | Accord |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1459 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |