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Jeep Wrangler (2012) vs. Chevrolet Impala (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Jeep Wrangler and 2009 Chevrolet Impala specs.

2012 Jeep Wrangler and 2009 Chevrolet Impala Specifications

Model Year 2012 2009  
Model Jeep Wrangler Chevrolet Impala  
Engine 3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
285 hp@6400
260 lb-ft@4800
5.3L V8
OHV-2v
303 hp@5600
323 lb-ft@4400
 
Transmission 6-speed manual 4-speed automatic  
Drivetrain 4WD, part-time w/low range FWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 116.0 in 110.5 in 5.5 in
Length 184.4 in 200.4 in -16 in
Width 73.9 in 72.9 in 1 in
Height 72.3 in 58.7 in 13.6 in
Curb Weight 4075 lb. 3711 lb. 364 lb.
Fuel Capacity 21.6 gal. 17.0 gal. 4.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 41.3 in 39.4 in 1.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 55.8 in 58.7 in -2.9 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.6 in 56.4 in -0.8 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.0 in 42.3 in -1.3 in
Headroom, Row 2 40.3 in 37.8 in 2.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 56.8 in 58.6 in -1.8 in
Hip Room, Row 2 56.7 in 57.2 in -0.5 in
Legroom, Row 2 37.2 in 37.6 in -0.4 in
Total Legroom 78.2 in (over 2 rows) 79.9 in (over 2 rows) -1.7 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 46.4 ft3 18.6 ft3 27.8 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 82.0 ft3 18.6 ft3 63.4 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Jeep Wrangler

2012 Jeep Wrangler Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 4dr SUV 285-horsepower 3.6L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
If you have a long-legged person in the front, the rear seat legroom can be a bit small. A major issue however is that there are no vents in the backseat for climate control. This is especially noticeable in the winter. In order to keep my daughter warm driving in the mountains in the winter, we have to keep the front unbearably hot in order to circulate enough heat to keep her barely warm enough. We typically have to keep a blanket in the back seat for anyone to use in the winter when temperatures fall into the 30s. Switching to summer, the back seat can stay somewhat cool if the vents are pointed towards the back. Depending on where one sits, the front seats can block some of the airflow and it can be uncomfortably warm at times especially if sitting on the side of the Jeep that the sun is hitting. In the hottest part of the summer, we usually have to run the A/C at 3/4 full blast and on recirculate to keep the back seat comfortable. see full Jeep Wrangler review
2012 2dr SUV 285-horsepower 3.6L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
Even tho there are rear seats, I would never ride in back, too small back there. see full Jeep Wrangler review
2011 4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6
4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
It has the ability to go back and forth but not tilt the base seat. Firm but not being able to adjust the angle (like electric 10 way) makes a difference for tall and full frame people. I will be looking to adjust angle asap. see full Jeep Wrangler review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Chevrolet Impala

2009 Chevrolet Impala Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
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 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
2009 Chevrolet Impala Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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 211-horsepower 3.5L V6
4-speed automatic FWD
Not enough leg room. 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
 
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