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Chevrolet Cobalt (2008) vs. Acura TSX (2011) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt and 2011 Acura TSX specs.

2008 Chevrolet Cobalt and 2011 Acura TSX Specifications

Model Year 2008 2011  
Model Chevrolet Cobalt Acura TSX  
Engine turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
260 hp@5300
260 lb-ft@2000
3.5L V6
OHC-4v
280 hp@6200
254 lb-ft@5000
 
Transmission 5-speed manual 5-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 103.3 in 106.4 in -3.1 in
Length 180.5 in 185.6 in -5.1 in
Width 67.9 in 72.4 in -4.5 in
Height 57.1 in 56.7 in 0.4 in
Curb Weight 2975 lb. 3680 lb. -705 lb.
Fuel Capacity 13.0 gal. 18.5 gal. -5.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.5 in 37.6 in 0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 53.0 in 57.8 in -4.8 in
Hip Room, Row 1 49.5 in 55.6 in -6.1 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.8 in 42.4 in -0.6 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.7 in 37.0 in 0.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 51.4 in 56.1 in -4.7 in
Hip Room, Row 2 49.6 in 54.2 in -4.6 in
Legroom, Row 2 33.7 in 34.3 in -0.6 in
Total Legroom 75.5 in (over 2 rows) 76.7 in (over 2 rows) -1.2 in
Cargo Volume 13.9 ft3 14.0 ft3 -0.1 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt

2008 Chevrolet Cobalt Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Acura TSX

2011 Acura TSX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Sedan 201-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
I find the heated front seats exceptionally comfortable. I am 6' 2" and have very good room. Note, however, that my wife finds the forward lean in the headrests uncomfortable. see full Acura TSX review
2010 4dr Sedan 201-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Drove 4 straight hours in these seats. They hug in corners and don't leave you butt feeling numb even after long drives. Not many seats out there that are more comfortable (Volvo is one of the makers that comes to mind with better seats) see full Acura TSX review
2011 Acura TSX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan 201-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed manual FWD
The rear seats are fairly comfortable, but they only provide about 34" of legroom, and there is very little clearance below the seats. see full Acura TSX review
2010 4dr Sedan 201-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
The rear seats can be a little tight for people on the tallish side (for me, anything above 5'10"). This can get more complicated with a tall driver/front passenger and tall rear seat occupants. see full Acura TSX review
2010 4dr Sedan 201-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
The trunk space is adequate, but get a hatchback or wagon (or SUV if you're into that sort of thing) if you're going to regularly carrying anything more than the usual grocery bags, suitcases, golf bags, etc. That said, the 60/40 split fold rear seats will allow for surprisingly longish items to fit (managed a 6 foot ladder, barely). see full Acura TSX review
 
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