2005 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2009 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 4 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (248 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. (181 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 571 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 2009 Ford F-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Impala, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Ford F-150 (400 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. (278 Nm). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Impala | 2009 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Impala | F-150 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 400 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 98 L |