2008 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 101 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Impala.
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 (290 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Impala | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Impala | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3505 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |
