2008 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 61 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. (149 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 656 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 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. (206 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Cobalt | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1917 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 85 L |
