2005 Ford Focus 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 Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Focus 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 (156 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 38 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Focus | 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 | 118 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1223 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 49 L |
