2008 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Transporter 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 39 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. (290 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. 2008 Chevrolet Impala has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Transporter has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Impala | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Impala | Transporter |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
