2008 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 63 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. (148 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 871 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. (290 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Impala | 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Impala | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3505 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 87 L |
