Model Year | 2010 | 2009 | |
Model | Chevrolet Cobalt | Volvo S80 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 260 hp@5300 260 lb-ft@2000 |
4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 311 hp@5950 325 lb-ft@3950 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,624 mm | 2,835 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,585 mm | 4,851 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,725 mm | 1,862 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,450 mm | 1,494 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,349 kg | 1,844 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 49 L | 70 L | -21 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 978 mm | 960 mm | 18 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,346 mm | 1,458 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,257 mm | 1,392 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,062 mm | 1,064 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 958 mm | 973 mm | -15 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,306 mm | 1,430 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,260 mm | 1,389 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 856 mm | 889 mm | -33 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,918 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,953 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume | 394 L | 422 L | -28 L |
2010 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 |
2010 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 |
2009 Volvo S80 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good support for my back. see full Volvo S80 review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Had heard that the seats of the car were amongst the most comfortable and they really are. Not to mention the adaptability to body contour, especially as I am on the bit healthier side. The control panel layout and other gadgets are aesthetically laid out see full Volvo S80 review |