2006 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,662 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 574 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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 Nissan Patrol (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Cobalt | Patrol |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2189 cc | 2662 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2360 mm |