2008 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. (233 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 2009 Nissan Frontier 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, 2009 Nissan Frontier 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, 2009 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Impala | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Impala | Frontier |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 233 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |