2009 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt (156 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 375 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2005 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Cobalt | Touran |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2201 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1636 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |