2009 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 109 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
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2009 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Cobalt | Avensis |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |