2008 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2005 Chrysler Concorde
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler Concorde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler Concorde 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 2005 Chrysler Concorde. (201 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Concorde.
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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Concorde. (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Concorde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Impala | 2005 Chrysler Concorde | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Impala | Concorde |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
