2006 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac XTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac XTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Impala. (200 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS 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, 2013 Cadillac XTS (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Impala. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac XTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Impala | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
| Model | Impala | XTS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.5 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2831 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |
