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Chevrolet Cobalt (2008) vs. Nissan LEAF (2012) Specs

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

2008 Chevrolet Cobalt and 2012 Nissan LEAF Specifications

Model Year 2008 2012  
Model Chevrolet Cobalt Nissan LEAF  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 103.3 in 106.3 in -3 in
Length 180.5 in 175.0 in 5.5 in
Width 67.9 in 69.7 in -1.8 in
Height 57.1 in 61.0 in -3.9 in
Curb Weight 2780 lb. 3366 lb. -586 lb.
Fuel Capacity 13.0 gal. 0.0 gal. 13 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.5 in 41.2 in -2.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 53.0 in 54.4 in -1.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1 49.5 in 51.5 in -2 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.8 in 42.1 in -0.3 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.7 in 37.3 in 0.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 51.4 in 52.5 in -1.1 in
Hip Room, Row 2 49.6 in 50.0 in -0.4 in
Legroom, Row 2 33.7 in 31.1 in 2.6 in
Total Legroom 75.5 in (over 2 rows) 73.2 in (over 2 rows) 2.3 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 13.9 ft3 14.5 ft3 -0.6 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 13.9 ft3 0.0 13.9 ft3

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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 Nissan LEAF

2012 Nissan LEAF Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Hatch 107-horsepower Electric
1-speed automatic FWD
The front and rear seats are very comfortable. The back can be cramped with three passengers. The SL has heated front and rear seats which works great and are needed as the car heater is very slow to initially get warm. The heated steering wheel is also a nice touch. The seat fabric is soft but the light color might not wear well. see full Nissan LEAF review
 
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