2001 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7
To start off, 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7 is newer by 10 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 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 7 more horse power than 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7. (173 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7 weights approximately 252 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Impala.
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, 2001 Chevrolet Impala (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Impala | 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Luxgen |
| Model | Impala | Luxgen7 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4845 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1876 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1768 mm |
