2008 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2011 Ford Flex
To start off, 2011 Ford Flex is newer by 3 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 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Flex weights approximately 953 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, 2011 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. (290 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Impala | 2011 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Impala | Flex |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3505 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
