2005 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2010 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2010 Nissan Murano 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Murano weights approximately 347 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, 2010 Nissan Murano (336 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (203 Nm). This means 2010 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2010 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Cobalt | Murano |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1459 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 82 L |
