2005 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2010 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tundra 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (146 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 334 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.
Because 2010 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Tundra (545 Nm) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (210 Nm). This means 2010 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2010 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Cobalt | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 545 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 100 L |
