Chevrolet Impala (2008) vs. Mazda Mazda3 (2007) Specs

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2008 Chevrolet Impala and 2007 Mazda Mazda3 Specifications

Model Year	2008	2007
Model	Chevrolet Impala	Mazda Mazda3
Engine	5.3L V8 OHV-2v 303 hp@5600 323 lb-ft@4400	turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 263 hp@5500 280 lb-ft@3000
Transmission	4-speed automatic	6-speed manual
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	110.5 in	103.9 in	6.6 in
Length	200.4 in	178.3 in	22.1 in
Width	72.9 in	69.1 in	3.8 in
Height	58.7 in	57.7 in	1 in
Curb Weight	3790 lb.	2991 lb.	799 lb.
Fuel Capacity	17.5 gal.	14.5 gal.	3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.4 in	39.1 in	0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	58.7 in	54.9 in	3.8 in
Hip Room, Row 1	56.4 in	54.9 in	1.5 in
Legroom, Row 1	42.3 in	41.9 in	0.4 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.8 in	37.4 in	0.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	58.6 in	54.0 in	4.6 in
Hip Room, Row 2	57.2 in	53.9 in	3.3 in
Legroom, Row 2	37.6 in	36.3 in	1.3 in
Total Legroom	79.9 in (over 2 rows)	78.2 in (over 2 rows)	1.7 in
Cargo Volume	18.6 ft³	11.4 ft³	7.2 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
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 2007 Mazda Mazda3

2007 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2008	4dr Sedan 156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Lots of leg room even with the seat all the way back see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2007	4dr Hatch 156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Lots of leg space & head room, and seat adjustments possible. see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2007	4dr Sedan 156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD	Very sporty seats, excellent lumber support. Seats will ensure that you stay where you are supposed to be, even in tight cornering. After a straight 12hr trip, the seat still feels comfortable. see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2006	4dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD	One of the very few small cars which have a telescopic steering wheel - great for switching between short and tall drivers, pedals placed well for comfort, gear shifter just the right length, and clutch is goldilocks as well - just right. see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2006	4dr Sedan 160-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	For a small car there is more than adequate leg and shoulder room for two average sized adults. see full Mazda Mazda3 review

2007 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2008	4dr Hatch 156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Tight and uncomfortable as are most other cars in this class. see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2008	4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Too cramped for an adult see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2008	4dr Hatch 156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Well, when the front seats are back, there is little leg room in the back seat -- to be expected in a compact. But, the rear seats are very comfortable and can handle a wider person. see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2008	4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Not enough comfort-room for my son (which meant that the Mazda failed the test). see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2008	4dr Hatch turbocharged 263hp 2.3L I4 6-speed manual FWD	good for a small child, but i would not want to ride back there for long see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2007	4dr Hatch 156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	This IS a smaller car. That being said, if the front seats are all the way back, people in the back had better sit Indian-style on the seats. see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2007	4dr Hatch 156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD	Rear seats are really small and tight legroom. see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2007	4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD	The Mazda 3 has very limited footroom except when the driver is of very small stature.it helps somewhat if you puchsae the model with the height adjustable seat.seat fabric on the none leather models goes bally,and becomes difficult to clean!! see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2006	4dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD	If you are over 6 foot like me, make sure you are not in the back. That simple. The folding seats on the hatchback are flexible though for longer items. see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2006	4dr Sedan 160-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD	The rear seat is very comfortable for small to average sized people, even for long trips. However, those with long legs will find themselves cramped for legroom. The low roof in the back adds to that cramped feeling. see full Mazda Mazda3 review

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