2005 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord 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 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 13 kg more than 2013 Honda Accord.
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, 2013 Honda Accord (245 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (203 Nm). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Cobalt | Accord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0 : 1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4805 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1436 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2725 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 65 L |
