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Chevrolet Impala (2009) vs. Mazda Mazda6 (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Chevrolet Impala and 2012 Mazda Mazda6 specs.

2009 Chevrolet Impala and 2012 Mazda Mazda6 Specifications

Model Year 2009 2012  
Model Chevrolet Impala Mazda Mazda6  
Engine 5.3L V8
OHV-2v
303 hp@5600
323 lb-ft@4400
3.7L V6
DOHC-4v
272 hp@6250
269 lb-ft@4250
 
Transmission 4-speed automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 110.5 in 109.8 in 0.7 in
Length 200.4 in 193.7 in 6.7 in
Width 72.9 in 72.4 in 0.5 in
Height 58.7 in 57.9 in 0.8 in
Curb Weight 3711 lb. 3547 lb. 164 lb.
Fuel Capacity 17.0 gal. 18.5 gal. -1.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.4 in 39.4 in 0 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 58.7 in 57.3 in 1.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1 56.4 in 55.1 in 1.3 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.3 in 42.5 in -0.2 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.8 in 37.3 in 0.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 58.6 in 56.5 in 2.1 in
Hip Room, Row 2 57.2 in 55.9 in 1.3 in
Legroom, Row 2 37.6 in 38.0 in -0.4 in
Total Legroom 79.9 in (over 2 rows) 80.5 in (over 2 rows) -0.6 in
Cargo Volume 18.6 ft3 16.6 ft3 2 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Chevrolet Impala

2009 Chevrolet Impala Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
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 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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Mazda Mazda6

2012 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed manual FWD
I am six feet tall with a long torso and legs, so I usually have the seat pretty far back. With the front seat in a comfortable position, the rear seats have plenty of leg and head room for adults, even more so for my kids. see full Mazda Mazda6 review
 
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