2005 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escort. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 121 kg more than 2005 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escort. (170 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escort. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escort | 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Escort | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 49 L |
