Chevrolet Impala / Monte Carlo (2007) vs. Lexus GS (2014) Specs

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2007 Chevrolet Impala / Monte Carlo and 2014 Lexus GS Specifications

Model Year	2007	2014
Model	Chevrolet Impala / Monte Carlo	Lexus GS
Engine	5.3L V8 OHV-2v 303 hp@5600 323 lb-ft@4400	3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 306 hp@6400 277 lb-ft@4800
Transmission	4-speed automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	RWD
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	110.5 in	112.2 in	-1.7 in
Length	200.4 in	190.7 in	9.7 in
Width	72.9 in	72.4 in	0.5 in
Height	58.7 in	57.3 in	1.4 in
Curb Weight	3790 lb.	3795 lb.	-5 lb.
Fuel Capacity	17.5 gal.	17.4 gal.	0.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.4 in	38.0 in	1.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	58.7 in	57.3 in	1.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1	56.4 in	54.5 in	1.9 in
Legroom, Row 1	42.3 in	42.3 in	0 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.8 in	37.8 in	0 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	58.6 in	55.7 in	2.9 in
Hip Room, Row 2	57.2 in	54.1 in	3.1 in
Legroom, Row 2	37.6 in	36.8 in	0.8 in
Total Legroom	79.9 in (over 2 rows)	79.1 in (over 2 rows)	0.8 in
Cargo Volume	18.6 ft³	14.3 ft³	4.3 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

2014 Lexus GS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
2014	The best thing about driving the Lexus GS F Sport two years ago remains the best thing. Its highly adjustable driver seat ranks among the few that are both supportive during aggressive driving and comfortable all the time. Adjustments include bi-level lumber, side bolsters, and thigh support. (Note: You can get the same adjustments on the passenger side, but only with the Luxury Package, not the F Sport.) The Cadillac's seats, while far from punishing, aren't as form-fitting or as comfortable. You also sit lower in the CTS, good for feeling sporty, not so good for seeing out of the car. The larger windows in the Lexus also boost driver confidence. see full Lexus GS review

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