2006 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Impala. (304 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 Porsche Panamera 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 Porsche Panamera (700 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Impala. (438 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Impala | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Impala | Panamera |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 304 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.1 L/100km |