2001 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2009 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (311 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Impala. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 612 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 2009 Ford F-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Impala, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Impala. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Impala | 2009 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Impala | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 98 L |
