2006 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2007 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Impala 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 39 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Terracan.
Because 2007 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2007 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2007 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Impala. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Impala | 2007 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Impala | Terracan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 97.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |