Toyota Prius vs Chevrolet Cobalt Dimensions & Size Comparison
Comparing 2006 catalog dimensions. Toyota Prius · Chevrolet Cobalt
- Length175.0 in
- Height58.1 in
- Wheelbase106.3 in
- Curb weight2,890 lb
- Width67.9 in
- Chevrolet Cobalt width67.9 in
Which is bigger?
- Length: Toyota Prius is 5.4 in shorter (175.0 in vs 180.4 in)
- Width: essentially the same
- Height: Toyota Prius is 1.8 in taller (58.1 in vs 56.3 in)
- Wheelbase: Toyota Prius has a 3.0 in longer wheelbase (106.3 in vs 103.3 in)
- Curb weight: Chevrolet Cobalt is 214 lb heavier (2,890 lb vs 3,104 lb)
Biggest size differences
- Curb weight: Chevrolet Cobalt is 214 lb heavier (2,890 lb vs 3,104 lb)
- Height: Toyota Prius is 1.8 in taller (58.1 in vs 56.3 in)
- Length: Toyota Prius is 5.4 in shorter (175.0 in vs 180.4 in)
- Wheelbase: Toyota Prius has a 3.0 in longer wheelbase (106.3 in vs 103.3 in)
Practical verdicts
- Easier to fit in a short garageToyota Prius — Toyota Prius is shorter by 5.4 in Check garage fit for Toyota Prius · garage fit for Chevrolet Cobalt
- Smaller exterior footprintToyota Prius — Based on length × width (Toyota Prius)
Dimension comparison
| Spec | Toyota Prius | Chevrolet Cobalt | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 175.0 in | 180.4 in | 5.4 in |
| Width | 67.9 in | 67.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Height | 58.1 in | 56.3 in | 1.8 in |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 103.3 in | 3.0 in |
| Curb weight | 2,890 lb | 3,104 lb | 214 lb |
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