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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Impala. (200 HP @ 5900 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 Chevrolet Impala (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X5. (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X5.
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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 | 2981 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 75.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
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 | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 64 L |