2006 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2006 Lexus GS
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Impala and 2006 Lexus GS 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 Lexus GS (245 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Impala. (200 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 2006 Lexus GS 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, 2006 Lexus GS 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 Lexus GS (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Impala. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Impala | 2006 Lexus GS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
Model | Impala | GS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 71 L |