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Buick LaCrosse (2008) vs. Chevrolet Impala (2009) Specs

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

2008 Buick LaCrosse and 2009 Chevrolet Impala Specifications

Model Year 2008 2009  
Model Buick LaCrosse Chevrolet Impala  
Engine 5.3L V8
OHV-2v
300 hp@5600
323 lb-ft@4000
5.3L V8
OHV-2v
303 hp@5600
323 lb-ft@4400
 
Transmission 4-speed automatic 4-speed automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 110.5 in 110.5 in 0 in
Length 198.1 in 200.4 in -2.3 in
Width 73.0 in 72.9 in 0.1 in
Height 57.4 in 58.7 in -1.3 in
Curb Weight 3770 lb. 3711 lb. 59 lb.
Fuel Capacity 17.5 gal. 17.0 gal. 0.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.4 in 39.4 in 0 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.2 in 58.7 in -1.5 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.3 in 56.4 in -1.1 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.3 in 42.3 in 0 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.2 in 37.8 in -0.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 57.0 in 58.6 in -1.6 in
Hip Room, Row 2 54.6 in 57.2 in -2.6 in
Legroom, Row 2 37.6 in 37.6 in 0 in
Total Legroom 79.9 in (over 2 rows) 79.9 in (over 2 rows) 0 in
Cargo Volume 16.0 ft3 18.6 ft3 -2.6 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Buick LaCrosse

2008 Buick LaCrosse Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Sedan 200-horsepower 3.8L V6
4-speed automatic FWD
Not enough leg room. No place to store anything. see full Buick LaCrosse review
 

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
 
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