2005 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2011 BMW 530
To start off, 2011 BMW 530 is newer by 6 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 530 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 530 weights approximately 295 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 2011 BMW 530 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 2011 BMW 530. 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, 2011 BMW 530 (540 Nm) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (203 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2011 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Cobalt | 530 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
