2004 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2001 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. 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 126 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 310 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2001 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2004 Chevrolet Impala (305 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. (138 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Impala | 2001 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Impala | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2210 mm |
