Audi A4 / S4 (2018) vs. Chevrolet Cobalt (2008) Specs

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2018 Audi A4 / S4 and 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt Specifications

Model Year	2018	2008
Model	Audi A4 / S4	Chevrolet Cobalt
Engine	turbocharged 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 354 hp@5400 369 lb-ft@1370	turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 260 hp@5300 260 lb-ft@2000
Transmission	8-speed shiftable automatic	5-speed manual
Drivetrain	AWD	FWD
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	111.0 in	103.3 in	7.7 in
Length	186.1 in	180.5 in	5.6 in
Width	72.5 in	67.9 in	4.6 in
Height	56.2 in	57.1 in	-0.9 in
Curb Weight	3858 lb.	2975 lb.	883 lb.
Fuel Capacity	16.9 gal.	13.0 gal.	3.9 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	38.9 in	38.5 in	0.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	55.9 in	53.0 in	2.9 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	49.5 in	-49.5 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.3 in	41.8 in	-0.5 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.4 in	37.7 in	-0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	54.5 in	51.4 in	3.1 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	49.6 in	-49.6 in
Legroom, Row 2	35.7 in	33.7 in	2 in
Total Legroom	77 in (over 2 rows)	75.5 in (over 2 rows)	1.5 in
Cargo Volume	13.0 ft³	13.9 ft³	-0.9 ft³

2018 Audi A4 / S4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
2017	Before the 2009 model year redesign, the Audi A4's back seat was too tight for adults of more than average size, and marginal even for these. With the 2017 the back seat has grown yet again. Not only this, but the cushion is higher off the floor than in previous A4s or in competitors, such that it's now the most comfortable in the class. This said, the rear doors could open more widely, such that I struggled to get a decent photo of the rear seat. Since its 2014 model year redesign the Lexus IS has had a passably roomy rear seat, but it can't match the Audi's for comfort. see full Audi A4 / S4 review

2018 Audi A4 / S4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	Pressed to come up with another con, I might offer the front seats. There's nothing bad about them. There's just nothing outstanding about them, either. Those in the sport-trim Lexus provide more lateral support and feel more comfortable to me. (With seats personal impressions are bound to vary, so definitely evaluate them yourself.) see full Audi A4 / S4 review

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2008 Chevrolet Cobalt Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2009	4dr Sedan turbocharged 260hp 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD	4 door has more headroom and backseat is much improved over the 2 door i previously owned see full Chevrolet Cobalt review
2007	2dr Coupe 173-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD	The 6 way adjustable drivers seat really makes for a comfortable ride. Driving upwards of 700km a day for 4 days straight gave me a great chance to test this out, and I never once got stiff and sore. see full Chevrolet Cobalt review

2008 Chevrolet Cobalt Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2009	2dr Coupe turbocharged 260hp 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD	Not alot of head room and the steering wheel does not telescope. I fit in it fine but someone tall might not. minor thing really. see full Chevrolet Cobalt review
2008	4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD	Hard and thin seat cushions. Legs would feel fatigue after a couple hours of driving. see full Chevrolet Cobalt review
2007	2dr Coupe 148-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD	In coupe form, the rear seats are cramped and and things can be somewhat claustrophobic in the back. see full Chevrolet Cobalt review
2007	4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD	The rear seat leg-room is not for adults. Only small kids can fit back there. see full Chevrolet Cobalt review
2007	2dr Coupe 148-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD	It is a sport compact car, so as one would expect, the rear seat is fairly difficult to get to, but once you are there, it is quite comfortable. see full Chevrolet Cobalt review

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