Model Year | 2015 | 2006 | |
Model | Ford Fiesta | Chevrolet Impala / Monte Carlo | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 197 hp@6000 202 lb-ft@2500 |
5.3L V8 OHV-2v 303 hp@5600 323 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.0 in | 110.5 in | -12.5 in |
Length | 173.6 in | 200.4 in | -26.8 in |
Width | 67.8 in | 72.9 in | -5.1 in |
Height | 58.1 in | 58.7 in | -0.6 in |
Curb Weight | 2783 lb. | 3712 lb. | -929 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.4 gal. | 17.5 gal. | -5.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 39.4 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.7 in | 58.7 in | -6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.6 in | 56.4 in | -5.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 42.3 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 37.8 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.0 in | 58.6 in | -9.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.2 in | 57.2 in | -8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 31.2 in | 37.6 in | -6.4 in |
Total Legroom | 73.4 in (over 2 rows) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | -6.5 in |
Cargo Volume | 12.8 ft3 | 18.6 ft3 | -5.8 ft3 |
2015 Ford Fiesta Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Just as the Ford Fiesta has some clear strengths, it also has some clear weaknesses. Its rear seat, though comfortably positioned well off the floor, is the tightest in the segment. At 5-9, I can barely squeeze behind myself. The Fit's rear seat is far roomier. see full Ford Fiesta review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Ford Fiesta.
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 |