2007 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, both 2007 BMW X5 and 2007 Chevrolet Impala were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (316 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Impala. (217 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 BMW X5 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Impala. (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X5 | 2007 Chevrolet Impala | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | X5 | Impala |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 99.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 75.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 45 L |