| Model Year | 2016 | 2008 | |
| Model | Ford C-MAX | Chevrolet Impala | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 110.5 in | -6.2 in |
| Length | 173.6 in | 200.4 in | -26.8 in |
| Width | 72.0 in | 72.9 in | -0.9 in |
| Height | 63.9 in | 58.7 in | 5.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3607 lb. | 3674 lb. | -67 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.5 gal. | 17.5 gal. | -4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 39.4 in | 1.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 58.7 in | -2.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 56.4 in | -2.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 42.3 in | -1.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 37.8 in | 1.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.2 in | 58.6 in | -3.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.9 in | 57.2 in | -5.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.5 in | 37.6 in | -1.1 in |
| Total Legroom | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | -3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 24.5 ft3 | 18.6 ft3 | 5.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 52.6 ft3 | 18.6 ft3 | 34 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Ford C-MAX.
| 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 |