2009 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2005 Toyota Previa
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 Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Previa. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Previa weights approximately 379 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Previa. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2005 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Cobalt | Previa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 75 L |
