2005 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (244 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. (240 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 199 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord.
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 (380 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (286 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Impala | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Impala | Accord |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 286 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1418 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |