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Subaru Legacy (2008) vs. Chevrolet Impala (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Subaru Legacy and 2009 Chevrolet Impala specs.

2008 Subaru Legacy and 2009 Chevrolet Impala Specifications

Model Year 2008 2009  
Model Subaru Legacy Chevrolet Impala  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 105.1 in 110.5 in -5.4 in
Length 186.2 in 200.4 in -14.2 in
Width 68.1 in 72.9 in -4.8 in
Height 56.1 in 58.7 in -2.6 in
Curb Weight 3250 lb. 3555 lb. -305 lb.
Fuel Capacity 16.9 gal. 17.0 gal. -0.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.5 in 39.4 in 0.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 54.4 in 58.7 in -4.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1 51.0 in 56.4 in -5.4 in
Legroom, Row 1 44.1 in 42.3 in 1.8 in
Headroom, Row 2 36.5 in 37.8 in -1.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 53.7 in 58.6 in -4.9 in
Hip Room, Row 2 52.6 in 57.2 in -4.6 in
Legroom, Row 2 33.9 in 37.6 in -3.7 in
Total Legroom 78 in (over 2 rows) 79.9 in (over 2 rows) -1.9 in
Cargo Volume 11.4 ft3 18.6 ft3 -7.2 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Subaru Legacy

2008 Subaru Legacy Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Well proportioned for american drivers see full Subaru Legacy review
2008 Subaru Legacy Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
not spacious, only can seat four mid size see full Subaru Legacy review
2008 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
The headrests are leaned too far forward, pushing my head forward. Could not get a comfortable seating position. I had a headache and my neck hurt after about 10 minutes. It was even worse in the passenger seat. see full Subaru Legacy review
2007 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
Many passengers have complained about the lack of leg room in the front passenger well. see full Subaru Legacy 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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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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