2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Impala (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 481 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Impala.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Impala. (355 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 Chevrolet Impala | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Silverado | Impala |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 355 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Flex Fuel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |