Model Year | 2008 | 2016 | |
Model | Chevrolet Impala | Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2-door) | |
Engine | 5.3L V8 OHV-2v 303 hp@5600 323 lb-ft@4400 |
turbocharged 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 329 hp@5250 354 lb-ft@1600 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.5 in | 108.7 in | 1.8 in |
Length | 200.4 in | 185.0 in | 15.4 in |
Width | 72.9 in | 70.3 in | 2.6 in |
Height | 58.7 in | 54.8 in | 3.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3790 lb. | 3935 lb. | -145 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.5 gal. | 17.4 gal. | 0.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 36.8 in | 2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.7 in | 54.1 in | 4.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.4 in | 0.0 in | 56.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 42.0 in | 0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 35.5 in | 2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.6 in | 48.9 in | 9.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.2 in | 0.0 in | 57.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 32.6 in | 5 in |
Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 74.6 in (over 2 rows) | 5.3 in |
Cargo Volume | 18.6 ft3 | 13.3 ft3 | 5.3 ft3 |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2-door).