Model Year | 2008 | 2011 | |
Model | Chevrolet Impala | Toyota Sequoia | |
Engine | 5.3L V8 OHV-2v 303 hp@5600 323 lb-ft@4400 |
5.7L V8 DOHC-4v 381 hp@5600 401 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.5 in | 122.0 in | -11.5 in |
Length | 200.4 in | 205.1 in | -4.7 in |
Width | 72.9 in | 79.9 in | -7 in |
Height | 58.7 in | 74.6 in | -15.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3790 lb. | 5730 lb. | -1940 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.5 gal. | 26.4 gal. | -8.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 38.3 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.7 in | 66.4 in | -7.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.4 in | 62.1 in | -5.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 42.5 in | -0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 38.9 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.6 in | 65.6 in | -7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.2 in | 59.9 in | -2.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 36.4 in | 1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.0 in | -36 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 65.7 in | -65.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.4 in | -50.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.3 in | -35.3 in |
Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -34.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.6 ft3 | 18.9 ft3 | -0.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 18.6 | 66.6 ft3 | -48 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 18.6 ft3 | 120.1 ft3 | -101.5 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 2011 Toyota Sequoia.