Acura RSX vs Chevrolet Cobalt Dimensions & Size Comparison
Comparing 2006 catalog dimensions. Acura RSX · Chevrolet Cobalt
- Length172.4 in
- Height54.9 in
- Wheelbase101.2 in
- Curb weight2,734 lb – 2,840 lb
- Width67.9 in
- Chevrolet Cobalt width67.9 in
Which is bigger?
- Length: Acura RSX is 8.0 in shorter (172.4 in vs 180.4 in)
- Width: essentially the same
- Height: Chevrolet Cobalt is 1.4 in taller (54.9 in vs 56.3 in)
- Wheelbase: Chevrolet Cobalt has a 2.1 in longer wheelbase (101.2 in vs 103.3 in)
- Curb weight: Chevrolet Cobalt is 317 lb heavier (2,787 lb vs 3,104 lb)
Biggest size differences
- Curb weight: Chevrolet Cobalt is 317 lb heavier (2,787 lb vs 3,104 lb)
- Length: Acura RSX is 8.0 in shorter (172.4 in vs 180.4 in)
- Height: Chevrolet Cobalt is 1.4 in taller (54.9 in vs 56.3 in)
- Wheelbase: Chevrolet Cobalt has a 2.1 in longer wheelbase (101.2 in vs 103.3 in)
Practical verdicts
- Easier to fit in a short garageAcura RSX — Acura RSX is shorter by 8.0 in Check garage fit for Acura RSX · garage fit for Chevrolet Cobalt
- Smaller exterior footprintAcura RSX — Based on length × width (Acura RSX)
Dimension comparison
| Spec | Acura RSX | Chevrolet Cobalt | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 172.4 in | 180.4 in | 8.0 in |
| Width | 67.9 in | 67.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Height | 54.9 in | 56.3 in | 1.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 101.2 in | 103.3 in | 2.1 in |
| Curb weight | 2,787 lb | 3,104 lb | 317 lb |
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