Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
Model | Volvo XC70 | Chevrolet Impala | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.8 in | 110.5 in | 0.3 in |
Length | 190.5 in | 200.4 in | -9.9 in |
Width | 75.8 in | 72.9 in | 2.9 in |
Height | 63.1 in | 58.7 in | 4.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4092 lb. | 3555 lb. | 537 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 17.0 gal. | 1.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 39.4 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.4 in | 58.7 in | -1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 56.4 in | -1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 42.3 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 37.8 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 58.6 in | -2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 57.2 in | -2.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 37.6 in | -3 in |
Total Legroom | 76.5 in (over 2 rows) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | -3.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.3 ft3 | 18.6 ft3 | 14.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 72.1 ft3 | 18.6 ft3 | 53.5 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Volvo XC70.
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 |