2005 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2013 Infiniti JX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti JX is newer by 8 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 3,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti JX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti JX (261 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. (181 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti JX should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti JX weights approximately 472 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.
Because 2013 Infiniti JX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti JX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Infiniti JX (336 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. (278 Nm). This means 2013 Infiniti JX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Impala | 2013 Infiniti JX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
Model | Impala | JX |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 336 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 2009 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4989 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1722 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |