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Chevrolet Impala (2008) vs. Kia Rondo (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Chevrolet Impala and 2009 Kia Rondo specs.

2008 Chevrolet Impala and 2009 Kia Rondo Specifications

Model Year 2008 2009  
Model Chevrolet Impala Kia Rondo  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Wagon  
      Difference
Wheelbase 110.5 in 106.3 in 4.2 in
Length 200.4 in 179.0 in 21.4 in
Width 72.9 in 71.7 in 1.2 in
Height 58.7 in 67.7 in -9 in
Curb Weight 3674 lb. 3333 lb. 341 lb.
Fuel Capacity 17.5 gal. 15.8 gal. 1.7 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.4 in 41.6 in -2.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 58.7 in 0.0 in 58.7 in
Hip Room, Row 1 56.4 in 54.6 in 1.8 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.3 in 41.3 in 1 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.8 in 41.6 in -3.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 58.6 in 0.0 in 58.6 in
Hip Room, Row 2 57.2 in 53.9 in 3.3 in
Legroom, Row 2 37.6 in 38.2 in -0.6 in
Headroom, Row 3 0.0 in 35.1 in -35.1 in
Hip Room, Row 3 0.0 in 40.3 in -40.3 in
Legroom, Row 3 0.0 in 31.3 in -31.3 in
Total Legroom 79.9 in (over 2 rows) 110.8 in (over 3 rows) -30.9 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 18.6 ft3 6.5 ft3 12.1 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 18.6 31.7 ft3 -13.1
Cargo Volume, Maximum 18.6 ft3 74.0 ft3 -55.4 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Chevrolet Impala

2008 Chevrolet Impala Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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 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
Very easy to get in and out of this car. Front seat is roomy and fairly comfortable. see full Chevrolet Impala review
2008 Chevrolet Impala Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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 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
2008 4dr Sedan 211-horsepower 3.5L V6
4-speed automatic FWD
Not enough leg room. see full Chevrolet Impala review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Kia Rondo

2009 Kia Rondo Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Wagon 182-horsepower 2.7L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Tall large people can sit in the second row with more comfort as they can in the front seats of our Honda Civic or Sebring convertible. Third row is not bad for short trips for adults and children would be good for longer trips. see full Kia Rondo review
 
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