2007 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (616 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Impala. (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (800 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Impala. (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Impala | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Bentley |
| Model | Impala | Continental |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 616 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |
