Model Year | 2008 | 2012 | |
Model | Buick LaCrosse | Chevrolet Impala | |
Engine | 5.3L V8 OHV-2v 300 hp@5600 323 lb-ft@4000 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@6500 262 lb-ft@5300 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-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. | 3555 lb. | 215 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 |
2008 Buick LaCrosse Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Chevrolet Impala.