Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | |
Model | Nissan LEAF | Chevrolet Impala | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,807 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,445 mm | 5,090 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,770 mm | 1,852 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,549 mm | 1,491 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,527 kg | 1,613 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 0 L | 64 L | -64 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,046 mm | 1,001 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,382 mm | 1,491 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,308 mm | 1,433 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,069 mm | 1,074 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 947 mm | 960 mm | -13 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,334 mm | 1,488 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,270 mm | 1,453 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 790 mm | 955 mm | -165 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,859 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,029 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 411 L | 527 L | -116 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 0 L | 18.6 | -18.6 L |
2011 Nissan LEAF Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Hatch 107-horsepower Electric 1-speed automatic FWD |
The front and rear seats are very comfortable. The back can be cramped with three passengers. The SL has heated front and rear seats which works great and are needed as the car heater is very slow to initially get warm. The heated steering wheel is also a nice touch. The seat fabric is soft but the light color might not wear well. see full Nissan LEAF review |
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 |