Model Year | 2009 | 2017 | |
Model | Chevrolet Impala | Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Engine | 5.3L V8 OHV-2v 303 hp@5600 323 lb-ft@4400 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6400 252 lb-ft@5200 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,807 mm | 2,799 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 5,090 mm | 4,905 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,852 mm | 1,885 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,491 mm | 1,689 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,683 kg | 1,826 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 64 L | 71 L | -7 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,001 mm | 1,013 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,491 mm | 1,509 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,433 mm | 1,440 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,074 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 960 mm | 1,001 mm | 959 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,488 mm | 1,481 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,453 mm | 1,407 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 1,026 mm | 954 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 907 mm | -907 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,369 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,120 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 785 mm | -785 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,029 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,860 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 527 L | 382 L | 145 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 18.6 | 1,158 L | 17.6 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 18.6 | 2,265 L | 16.6 |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe.