2006 Audi Q7 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Impala. (211 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Q7 weights approximately 631 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Impala. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi Q7 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, 2006 Audi Q7 (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Impala. (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi Q7 | 2010 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Q7 | Impala |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
