2005 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. (155 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 274 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt has automatic transmission and 2005 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2005 Subaru Legacy 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.
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2005 Subaru Legacy | 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
Make | Subaru | Chevrolet |
Model | Legacy | Cobalt |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 49 L |