2006 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, both 2006 BMW X5 and 2006 Chevrolet Impala were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Impala. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Impala. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Impala.
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2006 BMW X5 | 2006 Chevrolet Impala | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | X5 | Impala |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3884 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 64 L |