2008 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Pod. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Pod would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Pod. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Pod.
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, 2001 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. (290 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Impala | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Impala | Pod |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
