2007 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2006 Ascari A10
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ascari A10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ascari A10 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Impala. (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 2006 Ascari A10 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ascari A10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Impala, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Impala. (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Impala. 2007 Chevrolet Impala has automatic transmission and 2006 Ascari A10 has manual transmission. 2006 Ascari A10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Impala | 2006 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ascari |
| Model | Impala | A10 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 625 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2636 mm |
