2008 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1996 Xedos 6
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 5,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1996 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1996 Xedos 6.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (438 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Impala | 1996 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Xedos |
| Model | Impala | 6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5670 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2620 mm |
