Kia Cadenza (2014) vs. Chevrolet Impala / Monte Carlo (2007) Specs

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2014 Kia Cadenza and 2007 Chevrolet Impala / Monte Carlo Specifications

Model Year	2014	2007
Model	Kia Cadenza	Chevrolet Impala / Monte Carlo
Engine	3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 293 hp@6400 255 lb-ft@5200	5.3L V8 OHV-2v 303 hp@5600 323 lb-ft@4400
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	4-speed automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	112.0 in	110.5 in	1.5 in
Length	195.5 in	200.4 in	-4.9 in
Width	72.8 in	72.9 in	-0.1 in
Height	58.1 in	58.7 in	-0.6 in
Curb Weight	3668 lb.	3790 lb.	-122 lb.
Fuel Capacity	18.5 gal.	17.5 gal.	1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	40.0 in	39.4 in	0.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	58.3 in	58.7 in	-0.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1	55.5 in	56.4 in	-0.9 in
Legroom, Row 1	45.5 in	42.3 in	3.2 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.8 in	37.8 in	0 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	56.5 in	58.6 in	-2.1 in
Hip Room, Row 2	54.7 in	57.2 in	-2.5 in
Legroom, Row 2	36.8 in	37.6 in	-0.8 in
Total Legroom	82.3 in (over 2 rows)	79.9 in (over 2 rows)	2.4 in
Cargo Volume	15.9 ft³	18.6 ft³	-2.7 ft³

2014 Kia Cadenza Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
2014	The Impala has an inch or two more rear legroom than the Cadenza, but this difference is much like that between a pool that is 12 feet deep and one that is 15. All of these sedans have more rear legroom than all but the tallest passengers will need. The Cadenza more than makes up for this trivial difference in quantity with a rear seat cushion that is more comfortably shaped and positioned than that in the Impala, and cushier than the overly firm park bench in the Avalon. The Azera's rear seat is similar, though. If you are carrying tall passengers in back, headroom will be a factor long before legroom will. None of these cars have an abundance of it. When both the Cadenza and the Impala are fitted with panoramic sunroofs the Impala has about a half-inch more. Not a large amount, but for some people it will be the difference between contacting the headliner and not contacting it. see full Kia Cadenza review

None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Kia Cadenza.

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

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