2005 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2013 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Impala (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 726 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe (447 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Impala. (355 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Impala.
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2005 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2013 Chevrolet Impala | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Tahoe | Impala |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | 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 | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 355 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1629 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1851 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |