Model Year | 2009 | 2013 | |
Model | Chevrolet Cobalt | Nissan Rogue | |
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Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
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Wheelbase | 103.3 in | 105.9 in | -2.6 in |
Length | 180.5 in | 183.3 in | -2.8 in |
Width | 67.9 in | 70.9 in | -3 in |
Height | 57.1 in | 65.3 in | -8.2 in |
Curb Weight | 2780 lb. | 3276 lb. | -496 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.0 gal. | 15.9 gal. | -2.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.5 in | 40.4 in | -1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 55.9 in | -2.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 49.5 in | 53.1 in | -3.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 42.5 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.7 in | 38.3 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 51.4 in | 53.6 in | -2.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.6 in | 51.2 in | -1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.7 in | 35.3 in | -1.6 in |
Total Legroom | 75.5 in (over 2 rows) | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | -2.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.9 ft3 | 28.9 ft3 | -15 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.9 ft3 | 57.9 ft3 | -44 ft3 |
2009 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 |
2009 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 |
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 |
2013 Nissan Rogue Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2014 | Both the Rogue and the Forester have roomy rear seats mounted higher off the floor than most, and thus better suited for adult comfort and non-adult outward visibility. But only the Nissan has air vents back there. The Rogue is also one of the only members of the segment to offer a third-row seat, the others being the Mitsubishi Outlander and the Kia Sorento (which in width and price actually falls between compact and midsize). Unlike in the others, though, you cannot get a third-row seat with the Rogue's top trim level. So you must choose between the third-row seat on the one hand and the SL's additional features (heated leather seats, Bose audio system, forward collision alert, LED headlights) on the other. You also cannot get the third-row seat with the panoramic sunroof. The tested vehicle was the SL, so no third-row seat. Judging from the specs, it should be roomier than that in the Outlander, and about a match for that in the Sorento. Adults might fit in a pinch, but it's probably best to think of the seat as kids-only. Combine this third-row seat availability with the Rogue's EPA ratings, and you have the most fuel-efficient vehicle that can seat seven (but not on leather). see full Nissan Rogue review |
2013 Nissan Rogue Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The Rogue SL's leather-trimmed seats appear luxurious, but like those in some other recent Nissans (with the notable exception of the Altima) feel flat and overly firm. The power seat adjustments include height, but not tilt. Mazda has also started deleting the driver seat tilt adjustment, and both automakers deserve to be taken to task for this. Those with upright builds (including me) will find that the Rogue's front seat headrests jut too far forward. The Forester's front seats are more comfortable. see full Nissan Rogue review |
2013 Nissan Rogue Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L I4 CVT AWD |
In previous car, I had problems with leg pain after 2.5 hours. No such problem after multi-hour drives now. Still need an insert for back support. see full Nissan Rogue review |
2012 | 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L I4 CVT FWD |
I'm over 6' tall with long legs, and I have plenty of room. I can sit in the rear seat after I set the driver's seat at a comfortable position, as well. I wish the lower cushion height/angle could be adjusted, but still very comfortable. see full Nissan Rogue review |