2010 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 5 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 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Aveo. (108 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 101 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Aveo. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Aveo. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Aveo | 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Aveo | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1709 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1506 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2479 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 117 L |
