2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 74 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. (226 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Colorado | Cobalt |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 226 Nm |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 49 L |