2008 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2005 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Titan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Titan would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1024 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.
Because 2005 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan 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 Titan (514 Nm) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. (226 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2005 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Cobalt | Titan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 5555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 514 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 106 L |