Model Year | 2009 | 2010 | |
Model | Chevrolet Cobalt | Toyota RAV4 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 260 hp@5300 260 lb-ft@2000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 269 hp@6200 246 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.3 in | 104.7 in | -1.4 in |
Length | 180.5 in | 181.1 in | -0.6 in |
Width | 67.9 in | 71.5 in | -3.6 in |
Height | 57.1 in | 66.3 in | -9.2 in |
Curb Weight | 2975 lb. | 3560 lb. | -585 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.0 gal. | 15.9 gal. | -2.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.5 in | 40.8 in | -2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 57.1 in | -4.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 49.5 in | 53.8 in | -4.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 41.8 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.7 in | 39.7 in | -2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 51.4 in | 55.3 in | -3.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.6 in | 52.4 in | -2.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.7 in | 38.3 in | -4.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.2 in | -37.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 52.6 in | -52.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 43.3 in | -43.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 30.0 in | -30 in |
Total Legroom | 75.5 in (over 2 rows) | 110.1 in (over 3 rows) | -34.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.9 ft3 | 12.3 ft3 | 1.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.9 | 37.2 ft3 | -23.3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.9 ft3 | 73.0 ft3 | -59.1 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 |
2010 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Easy access for us older folk and plenty of room once we get there. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2010 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 179-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
back seat is hard, not much leg room see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 179-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
no lumbar support see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Harder seats than in the Murano, and now in a good way. The Murano has power lumbar support, letting you melt in the seat as much as you wish. Better lateral support in the Murano as well. see full Toyota RAV4 review |