Model Year | 2007 | 2011 | |
Model | Chevrolet Impala / Monte Carlo | Ford Transit Connect | |
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Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Minivan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.5 in | 114.6 in | -4.1 in |
Length | 196.7 in | 180.7 in | 16 in |
Width | 72.9 in | 70.7 in | 2.2 in |
Height | 55.8 in | 79.3 in | -23.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3461 lb. | 3425 lb. | 36 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.5 gal. | 15.4 gal. | 2.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.1 in | 51.1 in | -13 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 54.4 in | 3.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 50.8 in | 4.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 40.5 in | 1.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.5 in | 50.5 in | -14 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.0 in | 59.6 in | -2.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 59.8 in | -4.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 38.5 in | -2.7 in |
Total Legroom | 78.2 in (over 2 rows) | 79 in (over 2 rows) | -0.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.8 ft3 | 78.1 ft3 | -62.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.8 ft3 | 135.3 ft3 | -119.5 ft3 |
2007 Chevrolet Impala / Monte Carlo 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 / Monte Carlo 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 / Monte Carlo 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 / Monte Carlo review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 211-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Wide open... see full Chevrolet Impala / Monte Carlo 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 / Monte Carlo review |
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 |
2007 Chevrolet Impala / Monte Carlo 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 / Monte Carlo 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 / Monte Carlo review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 211-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Not enough leg room. see full Chevrolet Impala / Monte Carlo review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Ford Transit Connect.