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2008 Chevrolet Impala and 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
| Model | Chevrolet Impala | Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Engine | 5.3L V8 OHV-2v 303 hp@5600 323 lb-ft@4400 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 167 hp@7000 140 lb-ft@5000 |
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| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Convertible | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 110.5 in | 91.7 in | 18.8 in |
| Length | 200.4 in | 157.3 in | 43.1 in |
| Width | 72.9 in | 67.7 in | 5.2 in |
| Height | 58.7 in | 49.0 in | 9.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3790 lb. | 2441 lb. | 1349 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.5 gal. | 12.7 gal. | 4.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 37.4 in | 2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.7 in | 53.2 in | 5.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.4 in | 50.6 in | 5.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 43.1 in | -0.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 0.0 in | 37.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.6 in | 0.0 in | 58.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.2 in | 0.0 in | 57.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 0.0 in | 37.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 43.1 in (over 1 rows) | 36.8 in |
| Cargo Volume | 18.6 ft3 | 5.3 ft3 | 13.3 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Chevrolet Impala
| 2008 Chevrolet Impala Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 | ||
| 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 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata
| 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 2dr Convertible 167-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual RWD |
Seats fit my butt see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |
| 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 2dr Convertible 158-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
No rear seat. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |
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