2001 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2000 Ford Equator
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Equator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Equator would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Impala (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2000 Ford Equator. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 370 kg more than 2000 Ford Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Chevrolet Impala (278 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Equator. (160 Nm). This means 2001 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Impala | 2000 Ford Equator | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Impala | Equator |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1787 cc |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1208 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3260 mm |
