2005 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2011 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 2011 Chrysler Voyager 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 3,604 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler Voyager (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (146 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 760 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, 2011 Chrysler Voyager (352 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (210 Nm). This means 2011 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2011 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Cobalt | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 3604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 76 L |
