2006 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2006 SsangYong Rexton

To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Impala and 2006 SsangYong Rexton were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,884 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Impala (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Rexton.

Because 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Impala. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Impala.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet Impala 2006 SsangYong Rexton
Make Chevrolet SsangYong
Model Impala Rexton
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3884 cc 2696 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 240 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 328 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 2400 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.7 L/100km 9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 80 L


 

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