2008 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2008 Ford E-250
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Impala and 2008 Ford E-250 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (233 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford E-250.
Because 2008 Ford E-250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Ford E-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Impala, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Impala | 2008 Ford E-250 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Impala | E-250 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 233 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 132 L |