2006 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1998 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,884 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Impala (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Intrepid. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Intrepid.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Impala | 1998 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Impala | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3884 cc | 2735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2880 mm |
