2008 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (350 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1175 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.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (439 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. (290 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Impala | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Impala | Touareg |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3505 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 439 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |