Model Year | 2009 | 2017 | |
Model | Chevrolet Impala | Ford Focus | |
Engine | 5.3L V8 OHV-2v 303 hp@5600 323 lb-ft@4400 |
turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 345 hp@6000 350 lb-ft@3200 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.5 in | 104.3 in | 6.2 in |
Length | 200.4 in | 178.5 in | 21.9 in |
Width | 72.9 in | 71.8 in | 1.1 in |
Height | 58.7 in | 57.7 in | 1 in |
Curb Weight | 3711 lb. | 3537 lb. | 174 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.0 gal. | 12.4 gal. | 4.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 38.3 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.7 in | 55.6 in | 3.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.4 in | 53.9 in | 2.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 41.9 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 38.0 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.6 in | 53.7 in | 4.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.2 in | 52.7 in | 4.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 33.2 in | 4.4 in |
Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 75.1 in (over 2 rows) | 4.8 in |
Cargo Volume | 18.6 ft3 | 13.2 ft3 | 5.4 ft3 |
2009 Chevrolet Impala Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Ford Focus.