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2008 Chevrolet Impala and 2008 BMW 1-Series Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | |
| Model | Chevrolet Impala | BMW 1-Series | |
| Engine | 5.3L V8 OHV-2v 303 hp@5600 323 lb-ft@4400 |
turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5800 300 lb-ft@1400 |
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| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Coupe | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 110.5 in | 104.7 in | 5.8 in |
| Length | 200.4 in | 171.7 in | 28.7 in |
| Width | 72.9 in | 68.8 in | 4.1 in |
| Height | 58.7 in | 56.0 in | 2.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3790 lb. | 3384 lb. | 406 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.5 gal. | 14.0 gal. | 3.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 37.9 in | 1.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.7 in | 54.0 in | 4.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.4 in | 0.0 in | 56.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 41.4 in | 0.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 37.1 in | 0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.6 in | 53.4 in | 5.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.2 in | 0.0 in | 57.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 32.0 in | 5.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 73.4 in (over 2 rows) | 6.5 in |
| Cargo Volume | 18.6 ft3 | 10.0 ft3 | 8.6 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Chevrolet Impala
| 2008 Chevrolet Impala Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 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 |
Very easy to get in and out of this car. Front seat is roomy and fairly comfortable. see full Chevrolet Impala review |
| 2008 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 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 |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 211-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Not enough leg room. see full Chevrolet Impala review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 BMW 1-Series
| 2008 BMW 1-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Good seats, very adjustable. see full BMW 1-Series review |
| 2008 | 2dr Coupe 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Sport seats are great see full BMW 1-Series review |
| 2008 BMW 1-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 2dr Convertible 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Either young children for longer drives or most adults for trips below 30-40 miles each way. Just a "small car" (though with more rear-room that Lexus 250-350 4-door series!). see full BMW 1-Series review |
| 2008 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
Impractical for adults for anything but short runs see full BMW 1-Series review |
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