2005 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt (205 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 200 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (271 Nm). This means 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cobalt | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1357 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 64 L |
