2007 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2013 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Impala (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 683 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Impala. (355 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Impala. 2013 Chevrolet Impala has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Chevrolet Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | 2013 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Touareg | Impala |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2312 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1851 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
