2006 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2005 Subaru Traviq
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Traviq. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Traviq would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Traviq is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 145 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Traviq weights approximately 398 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Traviq. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Traviq.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2005 Subaru Traviq | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Cobalt | Traviq |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
