Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
Model | Chevrolet Cobalt | Ford Mustang | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 260 hp@5300 260 lb-ft@2000 |
4.6L V8 OHC-2v 300 hp@5750 320 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,624 mm | 2,720 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,580 mm | 4,765 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,725 mm | 1,877 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,415 mm | 1,407 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,327 kg | 1,599 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 49 L | 61 L | -12 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 983 mm | 980 mm | 3 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,346 mm | 1,407 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,257 mm | 1,361 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,067 mm | 1,085 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 907 mm | 881 mm | 26 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,245 mm | 1,356 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,171 mm | 1,189 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 818 mm | 770 mm | 48 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,885 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,854 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume | 394 L | 371 L | 23 L |
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 |
2006 Ford Mustang Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 2dr Convertible 300-horsepower 4.6L V8 5-speed automatic RWD |
seat is comfortable can be adjusted to suit your choice of position all controls are within easy reach see full Ford Mustang review |
2005 | 2dr Convertible 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Driving position is very flexible, all the controls are within reach and easy to use. see full Ford Mustang review |
2005 | 2dr Coupe 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Plenty of leg room for tall people like me. see full Ford Mustang review |
2006 Ford Mustang Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Coupe 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed manual RWD |
While our present government may blow off the standards & principles of the Geneva Convention, I still find them worthy enough to abide. Mustang rear seats are in clear violation. see full Ford Mustang review |
2005 | 2dr Coupe 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed manual RWD |
The Mustang is a cool car, but nowhere near as comfortable see full Ford Mustang review |
2005 | 2dr Coupe 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed manual RWD |
Not much room in the back of a Mustang... see full Ford Mustang review |
2005 | 2dr Coupe 300-horsepower 4.6L V8 5-speed manual RWD |
Rear seat is small for adults. see full Ford Mustang review |
2005 | 2dr Convertible 300-horsepower 4.6L V8 5-speed automatic RWD |
Rear seat is for kids. see full Ford Mustang review |
2005 | 2dr Convertible 300-horsepower 4.6L V8 5-speed automatic RWD |
Rear seats in name only. No real passenger room see full Ford Mustang review |