2006 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2006 Ford Ka
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Impala and 2006 Ford Ka 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 Chevrolet Impala (200 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ka.
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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ka. 2006 Chevrolet Impala has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Ka 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 | 2006 Ford Ka | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Impala | Ka |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
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 | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |