2008 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2008 Fiat Sedici
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Impala and 2008 Fiat Sedici were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Sedici. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Sedici.
Because 2008 Fiat Sedici 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, 2008 Fiat Sedici 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, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (438 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Sedici. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Sedici. 2008 Chevrolet Impala has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Sedici has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Sedici 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 | 2008 Fiat Sedici | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Impala | Sedici |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5670 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
