2000 Acura Integra vs. 2009 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura Integra would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Impala (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2000 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 379 kg more than 2000 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2009 Chevrolet Impala (290 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura Integra | 2009 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | Integra | Impala |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
