2006 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1998 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Impala (200 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Samurai.
Because 1998 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1998 Suzuki Samurai 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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. 2006 Chevrolet Impala has automatic transmission and 1998 Suzuki Samurai has manual transmission. 1998 Suzuki Samurai will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Chevrolet Impala | 1998 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
Model | Impala | Samurai |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 75.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2490 mm |