Model Year | 2010 | 2011 | |
Model | Chevrolet Cobalt | Ford Flex | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 260 hp@5300 260 lb-ft@2000 |
turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 355 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,624 mm | 2,995 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,585 mm | 5,138 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,725 mm | 1,928 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,450 mm | 1,717 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,349 kg | 2,195 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 49 L | 73 L | -24 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 978 mm | 1,062 mm | 977 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,346 mm | 1,483 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,257 mm | 1,407 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,062 mm | 1,036 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 958 mm | 1,029 mm | 957 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,306 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,260 mm | 1,397 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 856 mm | 1,125 mm | 855 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 983 mm | -983 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,290 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,044 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 848 mm | -848 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,918 mm (over 2 rows) | 3,010 mm (over 3 rows) | -2 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 394 L | 549 L | -155 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.9 | 1,274 L | 12.9 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.9 | 2,455 L | 11.9 |
2010 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 |
2010 Chevrolet Cobalt Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 260hp 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
With only 2 doors, the rear seats are pretty much useless. Obviously, if you really have to, you can fit people back there, but no one will want to climb back there when everyone at work is going out to lunch. see full Chevrolet Cobalt review |
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 |
2011 Ford Flex Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 355hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The seating throughout the vehicle is extremely roomy. Adults can fit comfortably in both the second and third row seats. The driver and passenger seats are also extremely comfortable. see full Ford Flex review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
everything see full Ford Flex review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Very comfortable and easy to adjust front seats with good materials, good controls, and sufficient room to stretch out your legs. see full Ford Flex review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Tons of rear leg room. Can accommodate basketball players see full Ford Flex review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Plenty of room in the first and second rows. The third row will fit an adult, but is better for the kids. see full Ford Flex review |
2011 Ford Flex Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 355hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Took awhile to think of something that could be improved but a bit larger area in the front drivers footwell would be appreciated. That's about it. see full Ford Flex review |