Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | |
Model | Chevrolet Impala / Monte Carlo | Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Engine | 5.3L V8 OHV-2v 303 hp@5600 323 lb-ft@4400 |
5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 382 hp@6000 391 lb-ft@2800 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.5 in | 121.1 in | -10.6 in |
Length | 200.4 in | 200.6 in | -0.2 in |
Width | 72.9 in | 76.0 in | -3.1 in |
Height | 58.7 in | 72.4 in | -13.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3712 lb. | 5434 lb. | -1722 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.5 gal. | 26.0 gal. | -8.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 40.1 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.7 in | 58.3 in | 0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.4 in | 0.0 in | 56.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 40.3 in | 2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 40.6 in | -2.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.6 in | 58.9 in | -0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.2 in | 0.0 in | 57.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 39.5 in | -1.9 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.2 in | -38.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.5 in | -50.5 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.2 in | -34.2 in |
Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 114 in (over 3 rows) | -34.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.6 ft3 | 14.3 ft3 | 4.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 18.6 | 43.8 ft3 | -25.2 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 18.6 ft3 | 83.3 ft3 | -64.7 ft3 |
2006 Chevrolet Impala / Monte Carlo Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 180-horsepower 3.4L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Rear seat had good room. Passengers had good leg room. Only adults over 6ft would touch the backs of the front seat with their legs. Draw back was the low roof. see full Chevrolet Impala / Monte Carlo review |
2008 Mercedes-Benz GL Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 335-horsepower 4.7L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
This SUV has a third row seat that can accommodate adults comfortably, without sacrificing braking and safety. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Excellent, usable 3rd row seating see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Roomy and adjustable. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Second row is good. Third row is EXCELLENT. Bigger than some of the monster American SUVs. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 335-horsepower 4.7L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Large third row seating to accomodate adults in far back row... see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |