2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Dakota and 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (143 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 664 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 2005 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota 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, 2005 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Dakota | 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
Model | Dakota | Cobalt |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 2189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 210 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 94.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 117 L |