Model Year | 2008 | 2019 | |
Model | Chevrolet Impala | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | 5.3L V8 OHV-2v 303 hp@5600 323 lb-ft@4400 |
turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 365 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@3500 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.5 in | 112.6 in | -2.1 in |
Length | 200.4 in | 198.3 in | 2.1 in |
Width | 72.9 in | 78.9 in | -6 in |
Height | 58.7 in | 70.0 in | -11.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3790 lb. | 4890 lb. | -1100 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.5 gal. | 18.6 gal. | -1.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 41.4 in | -2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.7 in | 61.5 in | -2.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.4 in | 57.3 in | -0.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 40.6 in | 1.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 40.6 in | -2.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.6 in | 61.0 in | -2.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.2 in | 56.8 in | 0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 39.5 in | -1.9 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.8 in | -37.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.8 in | -50.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 40.7 in | -40.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 33.3 in | -33.3 in |
Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 113.4 in (over 3 rows) | -33.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.6 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 | -2.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 18.6 | 43.9 ft3 | -25.3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 18.6 ft3 | 81.7 ft3 | -63.1 ft3 |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2019 Ford Explorer.