2008 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2002 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 3,506 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Caldina (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. (233 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 2002 Toyota Caldina 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, 2002 Toyota Caldina 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 Chevrolet Impala (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Caldina. (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Impala | 2002 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Impala | Caldina |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 233 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |