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 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Impala (181 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S60. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S60 weights approximately 32 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Impala.
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) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S60. (271 Nm). 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 | 3343 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 271 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93.2 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |