2006 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2000 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Coupe 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 71 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Coupe. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Coupe.
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 (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Coupe. 2006 Chevrolet Impala has automatic transmission and 2000 Fiat Coupe has manual transmission. 2000 Fiat Coupe 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Impala | 2000 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Impala | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
