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2008 Chevrolet Impala and 2015 Ford Focus Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2015 | |
| Model | Chevrolet Impala | Ford Focus | |
| Engine | 5.3L V8 OHV-2v 303 hp@5600 323 lb-ft@4400 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 252 hp@5500 270 lb-ft@2700 |
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| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 110.5 in | 104.3 in | 6.2 in |
| Length | 200.4 in | 178.5 in | 21.9 in |
| Width | 72.9 in | 71.8 in | 1.1 in |
| Height | 58.7 in | 57.7 in | 1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3790 lb. | 3210 lb. | 580 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.5 gal. | 12.4 gal. | 5.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 38.3 in | 1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.7 in | 55.6 in | 3.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.4 in | 53.9 in | 2.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 41.9 in | 0.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 38.0 in | -0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.6 in | 53.7 in | 4.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.2 in | 52.7 in | 4.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 33.2 in | 4.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 75.1 in (over 2 rows) | 4.8 in |
| Cargo Volume | 18.6 ft3 | 13.2 ft3 | 5.4 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 2015 Ford Focus
| 2015 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2014 | 4dr Sedan 103-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
The front passenger seat is cramped, especially on long journeys. My wife is smaller, so its fine for her, but Im an average sized male, about 5'11" and my left knee always aches after a while. see full Ford Focus review |
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