2005 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2012 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 7 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (146 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 17 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle (240 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (210 Nm). This means 2012 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2012 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cobalt | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4278 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2537 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |
