2007 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2010 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (265 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Impala. (230 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 790 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Impala. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Impala. (318 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2010 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Impala |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2445 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 64 L |
