Model Year | 2016 | 2008 | |
Model | Chevrolet Impala | BMW 1-Series | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 OHV-2v 305 hp@6800 264 lb-ft@5200 |
turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5800 300 lb-ft@1400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.7 in | 104.7 in | 7 in |
Length | 201.3 in | 171.7 in | 29.6 in |
Width | 73.0 in | 68.8 in | 4.2 in |
Height | 58.9 in | 56.0 in | 2.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3800 lb. | 3384 lb. | 416 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 14.0 gal. | 4.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 37.9 in | 2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.9 in | 54.0 in | 3.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.9 in | 0.0 in | 54.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 41.4 in | 0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.4 in | 37.1 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.9 in | 53.4 in | 3.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 0.0 in | 54.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 32.0 in | 7.8 in |
Total Legroom | 81.7 in (over 2 rows) | 73.4 in (over 2 rows) | 8.3 in |
Cargo Volume | 18.8 ft3 | 10.0 ft3 | 8.8 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Chevrolet Impala.
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 |