2006 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 120 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (184 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Impala (438 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Impala | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Impala | Highlander |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 304 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 73 L |