Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
Model | Chevrolet Impala | Mitsubishi Galant | |
Engine | 5.3L V8 OHV-2v 303 hp@5600 323 lb-ft@4400 |
3.8L V6 OHC-4v 230 hp@5250 250 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.5 in | 108.3 in | 2.2 in |
Length | 200.4 in | 190.4 in | 10 in |
Width | 72.9 in | 72.4 in | 0.5 in |
Height | 58.7 in | 57.9 in | 0.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3790 lb. | 3560 lb. | 230 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.5 gal. | 17.7 gal. | -0.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 39.6 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.7 in | 57.3 in | 1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.4 in | 54.4 in | 2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 42.6 in | -0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 37.0 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.6 in | 57.1 in | 1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.2 in | 52.9 in | 4.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 37.0 in | 0.6 in |
Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 79.6 in (over 2 rows) | 0.3 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 |
2006 Mitsubishi Galant Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 160-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The entire interior has great room and comfort. First four door ive purchased and im loving it. Fantastic trunk room as well. see full Mitsubishi Galant review |