2006 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (274 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Impala. (200 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Impala. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Impala | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Impala | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |
