2010 Fiat Croma vs. 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2010 Fiat Croma 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Croma (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. (143 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 326 kg more than 2010 Fiat Croma.
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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Croma. 2010 Fiat Croma has automatic transmission and 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt has manual transmission. 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Fiat Croma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Fiat Croma | 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Croma | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 94.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 117 L |
