2006 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma

To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 5 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Impala (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. (237 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Tacoma.

Because 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Impala. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Impala.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet Impala 2011 Toyota Tacoma
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Impala Tacoma
Year Released 2006 2011
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3884 cc 3956 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 240 HP 237 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 328 Nm 361 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 5290 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 3250 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.7 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.4 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.7 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 79 L


 

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