2005 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2010 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2010 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 5 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt.
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, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (233 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (203 Nm). This means 2010 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2010 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
| Model | Cobalt | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
