2008 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1145 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. (206 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cobalt | Express |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 117 L |
