Model Year | 2007 | 2013 | |
Model | Chevrolet Impala / Monte Carlo | Toyota Avalon | |
Engine | 5.3L V8 OHV-2v 303 hp@5600 323 lb-ft@4400 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.5 in | 111.0 in | -0.5 in |
Length | 200.4 in | 195.2 in | 5.2 in |
Width | 72.9 in | 72.2 in | 0.7 in |
Height | 58.7 in | 57.5 in | 1.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3790 lb. | 3461 lb. | 329 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.5 gal. | 17.0 gal. | 0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 38.5 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.7 in | 58.2 in | 0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.4 in | 55.1 in | 1.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 42.1 in | 0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 37.9 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.6 in | 56.9 in | 1.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.2 in | 54.6 in | 2.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 39.2 in | -1.6 in |
Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 81.3 in (over 2 rows) | -1.4 in |
Cargo Volume | 18.6 ft3 | 16.0 ft3 | 2.6 ft3 |
2007 Chevrolet Impala / Monte Carlo Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 / Monte Carlo 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 / Monte Carlo 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 / Monte Carlo review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 211-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Wide open... see full Chevrolet Impala / Monte Carlo 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 / Monte Carlo review |
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 |
2007 Chevrolet Impala / Monte Carlo 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 / Monte Carlo 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 / Monte Carlo review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 211-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Not enough leg room. see full Chevrolet Impala / Monte Carlo review |
2013 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Compounding the Avalon's lack of suspension compliance, its seats are also firm, yet lacking in lateral support. You very much sit on them rather than in them. On a long drive my rear end reported impinged circulation. The front passenger is even worse off, as the tilt of that seat can be adjusted only in the Limited. Rear seat passengers also complained about overly firm, insufficiently contoured cushions. see full Toyota Avalon review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2013 Toyota Avalon.