2006 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 7 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 43 more horse power than 2013 BMW X5. (261 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X5.
Because 2013 BMW X5 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, 2013 BMW X5 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, 2013 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Impala. (438 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Impala.
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2006 Chevrolet Impala | 2013 BMW X5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Impala | X5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 304 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2197 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 85 L |