2004 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1999 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Impala. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 1999 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Porsche 911 (560 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Impala. (305 Nm). This means 1999 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Impala | 1999 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Impala | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
