Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | |
Model | Chevrolet Impala / Monte Carlo | BMW Z4 | |
Engine | 5.3L V8 OHV-2v 303 hp@5600 323 lb-ft@4400 |
3.2L I6 DOHC-4v 330 hp@7900 262 lb-ft@4900 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.5 in | 98.2 in | 12.3 in |
Length | 196.7 in | 161.9 in | 34.8 in |
Width | 72.9 in | 70.1 in | 2.8 in |
Height | 55.8 in | 49.9 in | 5.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3513 lb. | 3219 lb. | 294 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.5 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.1 in | 37.3 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 52.5 in | 5.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 0.0 in | 55.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 42.0 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.5 in | 0.0 in | 36.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.0 in | 0.0 in | 57 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 0.0 in | 55.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 0.0 in | 35.8 in |
Total Legroom | 78.2 in (over 2 rows) | 42 in (over 1 rows) | 36.2 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.8 ft3 | 9.2 ft3 | 6.6 ft3 |
2006 Chevrolet Impala / Monte Carlo Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 211-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Interior room is outstanding. Trunk room is phenomenal, especially with flip and fold flat rear seat. see full Chevrolet Impala / Monte Carlo review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 180-horsepower 3.4L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Rear seat had good room. Passengers had good leg room. Only adults over 6ft would touch the backs of the front seat with their legs. Draw back was the low roof. see full Chevrolet Impala / Monte Carlo review |
2008 BMW Z4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 330-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
Adjustable thigh bolster and seat back bolsters offer great support and the Nappa leather is grippy to prevent sliding around. see full BMW Z4 review |
2008 BMW Z4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 2dr Hardtop conv. 255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
no back seats see full BMW Z4 review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 330-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
I would not recommend the car for EXTREMELY long road trips or the like. Comfort wise, if you used to something that is very plush or soft the car will feel too hard on badly paved roads. see full BMW Z4 review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
There is no rear seat. see full BMW Z4 review |
2007 | 2dr Convertible 215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
low roof line, long doors make entryb and exit difficult see full BMW Z4 review |