2005 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 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 3,354 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. (177 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 263 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, 2007 Peugeot 407 (441 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Impala | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Impala | 407 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3354 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 66 L |
