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Chevrolet Cobalt (2008) vs. Kia Sorento (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt and 2012 Kia Sorento specs.

2008 Chevrolet Cobalt and 2012 Kia Sorento Specifications

Model Year 2008 2012  
Model Chevrolet Cobalt Kia Sorento  
Engine turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
194 kW@5300
353 Nm@2000
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
206 kW@6300
336 Nm@5000
 
Transmission 5-speed manual 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,624 mm 2,700 mm 0 mm
Length 4,585 mm 4,671 mm 0 mm
Width 1,725 mm 1,885 mm 0 mm
Height 1,450 mm 1,709 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,349 kg 1,715 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 49 L 75 L -26 L
Headroom, Row 1 978 mm 996 mm -18 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,346 mm 1,506 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,257 mm 1,430 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,062 mm 1,049 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 958 mm 996 mm -38 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,306 mm 1,491 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,260 mm 1,420 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 856 mm 955 mm -99 mm
Headroom, Row 3 0 mm 932 mm -932 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0 mm 1,367 mm -1 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 0 mm 1,128 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 3 0 mm 795 mm -795 mm
Total Legroom 1,918 mm (over 2 rows) 2,799 mm (over 3 rows) -1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 394 L 258 L 136 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 13.9 1,048 L 12.9
Cargo Volume, Maximum 13.9 2,053 L 11.9

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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 2012 Kia Sorento

2012 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Very comfortable seats up front with tons of leg room. see full Kia Sorento review
2012 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
The Kia Sorento had very good seating positions in the front for a very tall person, I'm almost 6'5" and was able to fit with the sunroof / panaramic roof. You get a feeling of control and confidence. You do loose about 1" or so with the see full Kia Sorento review
2011 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
The third seat was a major factor in our decision process. see full Kia Sorento review
2011 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Need 7 passenger seating and the Sorento has delivered. Used 3rd row quite a few times with children AND adults. No complaints, although 3rd ride was usually no more than one hour. see full Kia Sorento review
2011 4dr SUV 175-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Good size second row seat. Plenty of room for adults and can fit three child car seats. see full Kia Sorento review
2012 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Needs an adjustable second row and a little more cargo room when the third row seat is up. see full Kia Sorento review
2011 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
3rd row is tiny, and you are forced to get it, if you want the V-6 see full Kia Sorento review
 
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