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2009 Chevrolet Impala and 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2011 | |
| Model | Chevrolet Impala | Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Engine | 5.3L V8 OHV-2v 303 hp@5600 323 lb-ft@4400 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 276 hp@6300 248 lb-ft@5000 |
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| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 110.5 in | 106.3 in | 4.2 in |
| Length | 200.4 in | 184.1 in | 16.3 in |
| Width | 72.9 in | 74.4 in | -1.5 in |
| Height | 58.7 in | 67.9 in | -9.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3711 lb. | 3902 lb. | -191 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.0 gal. | 18.0 gal. | -1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 40.2 in | -0.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.7 in | 59.5 in | -0.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.4 in | 55.8 in | 0.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 42.6 in | -0.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 39.6 in | -1.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.6 in | 58.6 in | 0 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.2 in | 55.0 in | 2.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 36.8 in | 0.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | 0.5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.6 ft3 | 34.2 ft3 | -15.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 18.6 ft3 | 78.2 ft3 | -59.6 ft3 |
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 Hyundai Santa Fe
| 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 194hp 2.2L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual AWD |
Seats are comfortable for my wife and myself, with more than adequate room, 3 people fit easily in the back. They have good foot room too. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Fits my back and legs better than my last car see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |
| 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Short seats, not very supportive at the sides. Strangely lumpy backrest. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |
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