2005 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,354 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Impala (177 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2005 Chevrolet Impala (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Impala | 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Impala | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3354 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2320 mm |
