2004 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2007 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2007 Toyota Camry is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Impala 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 53 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Camry. (147 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Camry.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Impala (305 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Camry. (187 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Impala | 2007 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Impala | Camry |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2780 mm |
