2005 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 8 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A3 (197 HP) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (140 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Because 2013 Audi A3 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, 2013 Audi A3 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, 2013 Audi A3 (281 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (203 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Cobalt | A3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
