2005 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 122 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (189 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Cobalt | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 58 L |
