Model Year | 2007 | 2014 | |
Model | Chevrolet Cobalt | Ford Expedition | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 173 hp@6200 163 lb-ft@4800 |
5.4L V8 OHC-2v 310 hp@5000 365 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.3 in | 119.0 in | -15.7 in |
Length | 180.5 in | 206.5 in | -26 in |
Width | 67.9 in | 78.8 in | -10.9 in |
Height | 57.1 in | 77.2 in | -20.1 in |
Curb Weight | 2865 lb. | 5578 lb. | -2713 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.0 gal. | 28.0 gal. | -15 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.5 in | 39.6 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 63.2 in | -10.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 49.5 in | 60.2 in | -10.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 41.1 in | 0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.7 in | 39.8 in | -2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 51.4 in | 63.7 in | -12.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.6 in | 59.9 in | -10.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.7 in | 39.1 in | -5.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.3 in | -38.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 51.9 in | -51.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.2 in | -50.2 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.7 in | -37.7 in |
Total Legroom | 75.5 in (over 2 rows) | 117.9 in (over 3 rows) | -42.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.9 ft3 | 18.6 ft3 | -4.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.9 | 55.0 ft3 | -41.1 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.9 ft3 | 108.3 ft3 | -94.4 ft3 |
2007 Chevrolet Cobalt Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2006 | 2dr Coupe 171-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
seats are pretty comfortable and lots of leg room see full Chevrolet Cobalt review |
2006 | 2dr Coupe 145-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
It fits me perfectly. Actually, so does the rear, but I bought a coupe. see full Chevrolet Cobalt review |
2007 Chevrolet Cobalt Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2006 | 2dr Coupe 171-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
not much room in the back if the front passengers has their seats all the way back see full Chevrolet Cobalt review |
2006 | 2dr Coupe supercharged 205hp 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
The front is great, but you have to be in a car seat or a small person to not mind the back seat. Little legroom, small seats. see full Chevrolet Cobalt review |
2014 Ford Expedition Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 0 | The driven Limited trim had black heated and cooled front seats. The cooling was necessary in the summertime Texas heat and perfomed well - I turned them on every time I got in the car (unlike the Lexus system, that you can leave on as it is a dial, you have to activate the cooling every single time you restart the car). These thrones were comfortable for a 4 hour drive - there was more room for someone who has more girth than I. Also, adjustable pedals are a great Ford innovation that I wish more manufacturers would include. My wife (who is 11 inches shorter than me) could easily drive this beast comfortably, without sitting too close to the steering wheel. see full Ford Expedition review |
2014 | 0 | Both the second and third rows have ample room, with and without kid's car seats, for three across. The third row isn't an afterthought like in other SUVs and even 5'11" adults are happy back there. Additionally, the vents provide adequate AC in 100+ degree heat. There are plenty of easily accessible LATCH anchors if you wish (although seatbelts are generally just as easy and have a higher weight rating with car seats than the LATCH anchors). Most minivans (except the Odyssey) do not have LATCH in the center of the second row - only on the outboard - and only have LATCH in the center of the third row. The Expedition (and Odyssey) is nice because they are flexible where you can put car seats comfortably. see full Ford Expedition review |