Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | |
Model | Chevrolet Impala / Monte Carlo | Ford Mustang | |
Engine | 5.3L V8 OHV-2v 303 hp@5600 323 lb-ft@4400 |
4.6L V8 OHC-2v 300 hp@5750 320 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.5 in | 107.1 in | 3.4 in |
Length | 196.7 in | 187.6 in | 9.1 in |
Width | 72.9 in | 73.9 in | -1 in |
Height | 55.8 in | 55.4 in | 0.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3513 lb. | 3525 lb. | -12 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.5 gal. | 16.0 gal. | 1.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.1 in | 38.6 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 55.4 in | 2.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 53.6 in | 1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 42.7 in | -0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.5 in | 34.7 in | 1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.0 in | 53.4 in | 3.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 46.8 in | 8.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 30.3 in | 5.5 in |
Total Legroom | 78.2 in (over 2 rows) | 73 in (over 2 rows) | 5.2 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.8 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 2.7 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 |
2006 Ford Mustang Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 2dr Convertible 300-horsepower 4.6L V8 5-speed automatic RWD |
seat is comfortable can be adjusted to suit your choice of position all controls are within easy reach see full Ford Mustang review |
2005 | 2dr Convertible 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Driving position is very flexible, all the controls are within reach and easy to use. see full Ford Mustang review |
2005 | 2dr Coupe 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Plenty of leg room for tall people like me. see full Ford Mustang review |
2006 Ford Mustang Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Coupe 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed manual RWD |
While our present government may blow off the standards & principles of the Geneva Convention, I still find them worthy enough to abide. Mustang rear seats are in clear violation. see full Ford Mustang review |
2005 | 2dr Coupe 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed manual RWD |
The Mustang is a cool car, but nowhere near as comfortable see full Ford Mustang review |
2005 | 2dr Coupe 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed manual RWD |
Not much room in the back of a Mustang... see full Ford Mustang review |
2005 | 2dr Coupe 300-horsepower 4.6L V8 5-speed manual RWD |
Rear seat is small for adults. see full Ford Mustang review |
2005 | 2dr Convertible 300-horsepower 4.6L V8 5-speed automatic RWD |
Rear seat is for kids. see full Ford Mustang review |
2005 | 2dr Convertible 300-horsepower 4.6L V8 5-speed automatic RWD |
Rear seats in name only. No real passenger room see full Ford Mustang review |