2006 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2007 Lexus RX
To start off, 2007 Lexus RX 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 3,884 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus RX (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Impala. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Impala.
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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus RX. (288 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Impala | 2007 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Impala | RX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3884 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
