2005 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Impala and 2005 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,354 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S60 (179 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. (177 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S60 weights approximately 34 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.
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 @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S60. (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Impala | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Impala | S60 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3354 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |