Model Year | 2013 | 2009 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Chevrolet Cobalt | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 365 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@3500 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 260 hp@5300 260 lb-ft@2000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,860 mm | 2,624 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 5,006 mm | 4,585 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 2,004 mm | 1,725 mm | 1 mm |
Height | 1,788 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,232 kg | 1,349 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 49 L | 21 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,031 mm | 978 mm | -977 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,557 mm | 1,346 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,455 mm | 1,257 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,031 mm | 1,062 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,029 mm | 958 mm | -957 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,549 mm | 1,306 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,440 mm | 1,260 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 856 mm | -855 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 960 mm | 0 mm | 960 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,290 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,034 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 843 mm | 0 mm | 843 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,885 mm (over 3 rows) | 1,918 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 595 L | 394 L | 201 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,240 L | 13.9 | -12.9 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,285 L | 13.9 | -11.9 L |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2013 Ford Explorer.
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 |