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2008 Kia Sedona and 2009 Chevrolet Impala Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
| Model | Kia Sedona | Chevrolet Impala | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 118.9 in | 110.5 in | 8.4 in |
| Length | 202.0 in | 200.4 in | 1.6 in |
| Width | 78.3 in | 72.9 in | 5.4 in |
| Height | 69.3 in | 58.7 in | 10.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 4387 lb. | 3555 lb. | 832 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 17.0 gal. | 4.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 39.4 in | 1.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.2 in | 58.7 in | 4.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 59.2 in | 56.4 in | 2.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 42.3 in | -0.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 37.8 in | 2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 65.3 in | 58.6 in | 6.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 65.9 in | 57.2 in | 8.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 40.9 in | 37.6 in | 3.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 38.3 in | 0.0 in | 38.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 60.5 in | 0.0 in | 60.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 50.1 in | 0.0 in | 50.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 34.0 in | 0.0 in | 34 in |
| Total Legroom | 116.6 in (over 3 rows) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 36.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.2 ft3 | 18.6 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 80.1 ft3 | 18.6 | 61.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 141.5 ft3 | 18.6 ft3 | 122.9 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Kia Sedona
| 2008 Kia Sedona Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Great second row. Not so convinced by third row comfort. see full Kia Sedona review |
| 2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Besides price, it was the rear seats/trunk area that sold me. see full Kia Sedona review |
| 2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Fits handicapped son. see full Kia Sedona review |
| 2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Room and comfort compared to the Sonata see full Kia Sedona review |
| 2008 Kia Sedona Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The only thing that I would change is the fold down tray that sits between the front seats. (It is removable but I havent done that yey) see full Kia Sedona review |
| 2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very uncomfortable getting to the 3rd row seats see full Kia Sedona 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 | ||
| 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 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 | ||
| 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 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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