2008 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 50 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (161 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 239 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Impala.
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) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Impala | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Impala | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3505 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 56 L |
