2008 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. (290 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Impala | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Impala | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
