2004 BMW 320 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, both 2004 BMW 320 and 2004 Chevrolet Impala were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Impala (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 320 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 2004 BMW 320 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 2004 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 BMW 320 (334 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Impala. (305 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 320 | 2004 Chevrolet Impala | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 320 | Impala |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 305 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |