1996 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 16 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Impala. (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 940 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Impala. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Impala. (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Impala | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Impala | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 516 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 2790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 129 L |
