2005 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1988 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Taurus (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. (181 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 37 kg more than 1988 Ford Taurus.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Impala (278 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Taurus. (271 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Impala | 1988 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Impala | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 2985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
