Mazda RX-8 (2010) vs. Chevrolet Cobalt (2008) Specs

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2010 Mazda RX-8 and 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt Specifications

Model Year	2010	2008
Model	Mazda RX-8	Chevrolet Cobalt
Engine	1.3L R2 OHV-2v 232 hp@8500 159 lb-ft@5500	turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 260 hp@5300 260 lb-ft@2000
Transmission	6-speed manual	5-speed manual
Drivetrain	RWD	FWD
Body	4dr Coupe	2dr Coupe
			Difference
Wheelbase	106.4 in	103.3 in	3.1 in
Length	175.6 in	180.3 in	-4.7 in
Width	69.7 in	67.9 in	1.8 in
Height	52.8 in	55.7 in	-2.9 in
Curb Weight	3064 lb.	2925 lb.	139 lb.
Fuel Capacity	15.9 gal.	13.0 gal.	2.9 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	38.2 in	38.7 in	-0.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	54.8 in	53.0 in	1.8 in
Hip Room, Row 1	53.3 in	49.5 in	3.8 in
Legroom, Row 1	42.7 in	42.0 in	0.7 in
Headroom, Row 2	36.8 in	35.7 in	1.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	54.9 in	49.0 in	5.9 in
Hip Room, Row 2	48.1 in	46.1 in	2 in
Legroom, Row 2	32.2 in	32.2 in	0 in
Total Legroom	74.9 in (over 2 rows)	74.2 in (over 2 rows)	0.7 in
Cargo Volume	7.6 ft³	13.9 ft³	-6.3 ft³

2010 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2009	4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD	Very comfortable Recaro seats, even on long drives. Larger people may not be comfortable so beware. see full Mazda RX-8 review
2009	4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD	Given the RX-8's compact dimensions, you wouldn't expect rear seat space to be a strength. But thanks to clever packaging and a subtly high roofline, there is actually space for real adults in back, provided those up front are short or move their seats up somewhat. With a pair of pickup-like rear-opening "half" rear doors, ingress and egress for rear seat passengers is a snap. For those who want a sports car but have children or need to transport a few friends occassionally, the RX-8 fits the bill nicely. see full Mazda RX-8 review

2010 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2010	4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD	The R3 Recaro seats had side bolsters that were a bit tight for us. I am below average in size as a male, and my wife is also very small and we found the bolsters cut into our hips far more than was comfortable. The seats are racing oriented only. see full Mazda RX-8 review

2008 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
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
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
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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