1996 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2006 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 5,733 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Impala (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler 300. (246 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 35 kg more than 2006 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Impala (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler 300. (341 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Impala | 2006 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Impala | 300 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 68 L |
