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2009 Chevrolet Impala and 2011 Ford Flex Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2011 | |
| Model | Chevrolet Impala | Ford Flex | |
| Engine | 5.3L V8 OHV-2v 226 kW@5600 438 Nm@4400 |
turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 265 kW@5500 475 Nm@1500 |
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| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,807 mm | 2,995 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 5,090 mm | 5,138 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,852 mm | 1,928 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,491 mm | 1,717 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,683 kg | 2,195 kg | -1 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 64 L | 73 L | -9 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,001 mm | 1,062 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,491 mm | 1,483 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,433 mm | 1,407 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,074 mm | 1,036 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 960 mm | 1,029 mm | 959 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,488 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,453 mm | 1,397 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 1,125 mm | 954 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 983 mm | -983 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,290 mm | -1 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,044 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 848 mm | -848 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,029 mm (over 2 rows) | 3,010 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 527 L | 549 L | -22 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 18.6 | 1,274 L | 17.6 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 18.6 | 2,455 L | 16.6 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Chevrolet Impala
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Ford Flex
| 2011 Ford Flex Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 355hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The seating throughout the vehicle is extremely roomy. Adults can fit comfortably in both the second and third row seats. The driver and passenger seats are also extremely comfortable. see full Ford Flex review |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
everything see full Ford Flex review |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Very comfortable and easy to adjust front seats with good materials, good controls, and sufficient room to stretch out your legs. see full Ford Flex review |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Tons of rear leg room. Can accommodate basketball players see full Ford Flex review |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Plenty of room in the first and second rows. The third row will fit an adult, but is better for the kids. see full Ford Flex review |
| 2011 Ford Flex Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 355hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Took awhile to think of something that could be improved but a bit larger area in the front drivers footwell would be appreciated. That's about it. see full Ford Flex review |
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