Model Year | 2006 | 2014 | |
Model | Toyota Avalon | Chevrolet Impala | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
3.6L V6 OHV-2v 305 hp@6800 264 lb-ft@5200 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,819 mm | 2,837 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 5,009 mm | 5,113 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,849 mm | 1,854 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,486 mm | 1,496 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,583 kg | 1,713 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 70 L | 0 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 986 mm | 1,013 mm | 985 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,509 mm | 1,471 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,417 mm | 1,394 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,049 mm | 1,064 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 953 mm | 950 mm | 3 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,478 mm | 1,445 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,427 mm | 1,374 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,039 mm | 1,011 mm | 0 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,088 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,075 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume | 408 L | 532 L | -124 L |
2006 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Limo like rear seat that actually reclines. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Plenty of room. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very adequate as is the back see full Toyota Avalon review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
very comfortable see full Toyota Avalon review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 280-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
My kids loved the roominess of the back seat which made easier transition from the former minivan. see full Toyota Avalon review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Chevrolet Impala.