2006 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2006 Volkswagen Pickup
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Impala and 2006 Volkswagen Pickup 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 159 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup.
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 (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. 2006 Chevrolet Impala has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Pickup has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Pickup 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 | 2006 Volkswagen Pickup | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Impala | Pickup |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3884 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| 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 | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
