2005 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Impala and 2005 Mercedes-Benz G were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 741 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 2005 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G 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 (305 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Impala | 2005 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Impala | G |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 300 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 2255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 15.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 96 L |