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Chevrolet Cobalt (2010) vs. Hyundai Elantra (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt and 2009 Hyundai Elantra specs.

2010 Chevrolet Cobalt and 2009 Hyundai Elantra Specifications

Model Year 2010 2009  
Model Chevrolet Cobalt Hyundai Elantra  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 103.3 in 104.3 in -1 in
Length 180.5 in 177.4 in 3.1 in
Width 67.9 in 69.9 in -2 in
Height 57.1 in 58.3 in -1.2 in
Curb Weight 2780 lb. 2723 lb. 57 lb.
Fuel Capacity 13.0 gal. 14.0 gal. -1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.5 in 40.0 in -1.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 53.0 in 55.6 in -2.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1 49.5 in 54.2 in -4.7 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.8 in 43.5 in -1.7 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.7 in 37.6 in 0.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 51.4 in 55.1 in -3.7 in
Hip Room, Row 2 49.6 in 54.0 in -4.4 in
Legroom, Row 2 33.7 in 35.0 in -1.3 in
Total Legroom 75.5 in (over 2 rows) 78.5 in (over 2 rows) -3 in
Cargo Volume 13.9 ft3 14.2 ft3 -0.3 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt

2010 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
2010 Chevrolet Cobalt Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Hyundai Elantra

2009 Hyundai Elantra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
Fne for up to 6-3 height. Seat are comforatable overall but should have lumbar adjustment see full Hyundai Elantra review
2009 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
Aequate for 3 slender adults, or two medium build same height IF from passengers are under 5-11, 6-3 fits in rear. see full Hyundai Elantra review
2009 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
Comfortable ride position, good height and visibility. see full Hyundai Elantra review
2009 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
5-speed manual FWD
The rear seats sit tall so there is a lot of leg room. Once again this does not seem like an econobox see full Hyundai Elantra review
2008 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
Kids fit OK see full Hyundai Elantra review
2008 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
Roomier than Toyota Corolla as far as width is concerned. see full Hyundai Elantra review
2008 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
It is comfortable, adjustable and a nice fabric. see full Hyundai Elantra review
 
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