2006 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 4 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Impala (304 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando 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 Chevrolet Impala (438 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Impala | 2010 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Impala | Orlando |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 304 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2760 mm |
