2008 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt would be higher. At 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 865 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander (325 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (203 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Uplander | 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Uplander | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 49 L |
