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Chevrolet Impala (2009) vs. Chevrolet Cobalt (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Chevrolet Impala and 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt specs.

2009 Chevrolet Impala and 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt Specifications

Model Year 2009 2008  
Model Chevrolet Impala Chevrolet Cobalt  
Engine 5.3L V8
OHV-2v
303 hp@5600
323 lb-ft@4400
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
260 hp@5300
260 lb-ft@2000
 
Transmission 4-speed automatic 5-speed manual  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 110.5 in 103.3 in 7.2 in
Length 200.4 in 180.5 in 19.9 in
Width 72.9 in 67.9 in 5 in
Height 58.7 in 57.1 in 1.6 in
Curb Weight 3711 lb. 2975 lb. 736 lb.
Fuel Capacity 17.0 gal. 13.0 gal. 4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.4 in 38.5 in 0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 58.7 in 53.0 in 5.7 in
Hip Room, Row 1 56.4 in 49.5 in 6.9 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.3 in 41.8 in 0.5 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.8 in 37.7 in 0.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 58.6 in 51.4 in 7.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2 57.2 in 49.6 in 7.6 in
Legroom, Row 2 37.6 in 33.7 in 3.9 in
Total Legroom 79.9 in (over 2 rows) 75.5 in (over 2 rows) 4.4 in
Cargo Volume 18.6 ft3 13.9 ft3 4.7 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Chevrolet Impala

2009 Chevrolet Impala Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Sedan 211-horsepower 3.5L V6
4-speed automatic FWD
Perhaps the largest rear seat in a sedan. Can squeeze three normal adults. see full Chevrolet Impala review
2008 4dr Sedan 211-horsepower 3.5L V6
4-speed automatic FWD
Large seat for my large seat, very good lumbar support, good power adjustments. see full Chevrolet Impala review
2008 4dr Sedan 233-horsepower 3.9L V6
4-speed automatic FWD
Good support for legs and back. Seat adjusts to fit most people. see full Chevrolet Impala review
2008 4dr Sedan 211-horsepower 3.5L V6
4-speed automatic FWD
Wide open... see full Chevrolet Impala review
2008 4dr Sedan 233-horsepower 3.9L V6
4-speed automatic FWD
Very easy to get in and out of this car. Front seat is roomy and fairly comfortable. see full Chevrolet Impala review
2009 Chevrolet Impala Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Sedan 211-horsepower 3.5L V6
4-speed automatic FWD
Large trunk space seems to sacrifise rear seat area. see full Chevrolet Impala review
2008 4dr Sedan 211-horsepower 3.5L V6
4-speed automatic FWD
Not enough leg room. see full Chevrolet Impala review
2008 4dr Sedan 233-horsepower 3.9L V6
4-speed automatic FWD
When the drivers seat is all the way back there is little rear seat legroom for tall folks. see full Chevrolet Impala review
 

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
 
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