2005 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2000 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Mark II (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. (181 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 83 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota Mark II is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Toyota Mark II. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Impala, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Toyota Mark II (378 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. (278 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Impala | 2000 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Impala | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
