2008 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2008 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Impala and 2008 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 63 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 3. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 3 weights approximately 257 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 3. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 3. 2008 Chevrolet Impala has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda 3 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.
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2008 Chevrolet Impala | 2008 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Impala | 3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3505 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |