1999 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2005 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 547 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 2005 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred 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, 1999 Chevrolet Impala (305 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. (281 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Five Hundred.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Impala | 2005 Ford Five Hundred | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Impala | Five Hundred |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 72 L |
