2007 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2007 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Impala and 2007 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Impala (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 3. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 3.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Impala (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 3. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 3. 2007 Chevrolet Impala has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda 3 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.
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2007 Chevrolet Impala | 2007 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Impala | 3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |