2005 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Impala. (296 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 313 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 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 2005 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Impala. (355 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 2013 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Porsche | Chevrolet |
| Model | 911 | Impala |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1658 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1851 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
