2006 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Jetta 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 20 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (180 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta.
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) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Impala | 2005 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Impala | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
