2005 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2013 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti FX 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti FX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti FX weights approximately 448 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 2013 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX (362 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (203 Nm). This means 2013 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2013 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
Model | Cobalt | FX |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 362 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1943 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |