Model Year | 2006 | 2011 | |
Model | Chevrolet Impala / Monte Carlo | Ford Fusion | |
Engine | 5.3L V8 OHV-2v 303 hp@5600 323 lb-ft@4400 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 263 hp@6250 249 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.5 in | 107.4 in | 3.1 in |
Length | 200.4 in | 190.6 in | 9.8 in |
Width | 72.9 in | 72.2 in | 0.7 in |
Height | 58.7 in | 56.9 in | 1.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3712 lb. | 3591 lb. | 121 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.5 gal. | 17.5 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 38.7 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.7 in | 57.4 in | 1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.4 in | 54.0 in | 2.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 42.3 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 37.8 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.6 in | 56.5 in | 2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.2 in | 53.3 in | 3.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 37.1 in | 0.5 in |
Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | 0.5 in |
Cargo Volume | 18.6 ft3 | 16.5 ft3 | 2.1 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 |
2011 Ford Fusion Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 240-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The front seats are very comfortable, and provide very adequate support for long trips. Side support isn't the very best for hard cornering though. see full Ford Fusion review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
All passengers have commented about the generous space and overall comfort of the rear seat. see full Ford Fusion review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
Controls are easily adjusted to fit any driver. Lateral support is good without feeling pinched into the seat. Dead pedal is perfectly positioned. see full Ford Fusion review |