2006 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Impala. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 2013 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Impala. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Impala | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Impala | F-150 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3884 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5888 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2464 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3683 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 136 L |