2008 BMW X5 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, both 2008 BMW X5 and 2008 Chevrolet Impala were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. (211 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 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, 2008 BMW X5 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. (290 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X5 | 2008 Chevrolet Impala | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | X5 | Impala |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 64 L |