Model Year | 2018 | 2007 | |
Model | Subaru Forester | Chevrolet Impala / Monte Carlo | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L H4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5600 258 lb-ft@2000 |
5.3L V8 OHV-2v 303 hp@5600 323 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable CVT | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 110.5 in | -6.6 in |
Length | 180.9 in | 200.4 in | -19.5 in |
Width | 70.7 in | 72.9 in | -2.2 in |
Height | 66.4 in | 58.7 in | 7.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3653 lb. | 3790 lb. | -137 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 17.5 gal. | -1.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 39.4 in | 2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.0 in | 58.7 in | -1.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.9 in | 56.4 in | -2.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.0 in | 42.3 in | 0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 37.8 in | 2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 58.6 in | -2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.0 in | 57.2 in | -4.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 37.6 in | 0.4 in |
Total Legroom | 81 in (over 2 rows) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 1.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 34.4 ft3 | 18.6 ft3 | 15.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 74.7 ft3 | 18.6 ft3 | 56.1 ft3 |
2018 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2017 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 250hp 2.0L H4 8-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
- Terrible front seat support - The cushions are too short - It's not noticeable on a test drive right away. I would not have bought the car! Test drive extensively! - Surfaces where your elbows would lay are too hard - I purchased foam pads to make it feel better. - Tall drivers like myself will struggle with the telescoping wheel's short extension range. - It is hard to get into a fully comfortable driving position. The memory seats in the XT help somewhat by retaining your seat settings if moved. - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this twice - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this THREE times! Subaru are you listening? The front seat cushions are WAY TOO SHORT! see full Subaru Forester review |
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 |