2005 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2009 Opel Antara
To start off, 2009 Opel Antara 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 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Antara weights approximately 346 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Because 2009 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara 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, 2009 Opel Antara (220 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (203 Nm). This means 2009 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2009 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Cobalt | Antara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1459 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 65 L |
