2007 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Impala. (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Impala. (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Impala | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Impala | F-150 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 98 L |