2008 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2008 Rover 75

To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Impala and 2008 Rover 75 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 75 (256 HP) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. (211 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 75 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 75. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 75. 2008 Chevrolet Impala has automatic transmission and 2008 Rover 75 has manual transmission. 2008 Rover 75 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 Rover 75
Make Chevrolet Rover
Model Impala 75
Year Released 2008 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3505 cc 4601 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 211 HP 256 HP
Torque 290 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 99.1 mm 90.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75.9 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 9.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
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 1415 kg
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.7 L/100km 13.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 65 L


 

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