2006 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 490 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (192 Nm @ 5900 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Cobalt | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |
