2002 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2002 Ford Fiesta
To start off, both 2002 Chevrolet Impala and 2002 Ford Fiesta were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Impala (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2002 Ford Fiesta. (99 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 420 kg more than 2002 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2002 Chevrolet Impala (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Fiesta. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Fiesta. 2002 Chevrolet Impala has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Chevrolet Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Chevrolet Impala | 2002 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Impala | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2490 mm |