2005 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2003 Chrysler Airflite
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chrysler Airflite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chrysler Airflite would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler Airflite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler Airflite (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. (181 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Airflite should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Airflite weights approximately 63 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Chrysler Airflite (341 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. (278 Nm). This means 2003 Chrysler Airflite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Impala | 2003 Chrysler Airflite | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Impala | Airflite |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |
