Model Year | 2012 | 2008 | |
Model | Lincoln MKT | Chevrolet Impala | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 355 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@1500 |
5.3L V8 OHV-2v 303 hp@5600 323 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 117.9 in | 110.5 in | 7.4 in |
Length | 207.6 in | 200.4 in | 7.2 in |
Width | 76.0 in | 72.9 in | 3.1 in |
Height | 67.4 in | 58.7 in | 8.7 in |
Curb Weight | 4924 lb. | 3790 lb. | 1134 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 17.5 gal. | 1.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 39.4 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.6 in | 58.7 in | -0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.7 in | 56.4 in | -0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 42.3 in | -1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 37.8 in | 1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.1 in | 58.6 in | -0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 57.2 in | -1.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 41.8 in | 37.6 in | 4.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 33.5 in | 0.0 in | 33.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 49.1 in | 0.0 in | 49.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 40.6 in | 0.0 in | 40.6 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 33.0 in | 0.0 in | 33 in |
Total Legroom | 116.1 in (over 3 rows) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 36.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.9 ft3 | 18.6 ft3 | -0.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 39.6 ft3 | 18.6 | 21 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 75.9 ft3 | 18.6 ft3 | 57.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Lincoln MKT.
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 |