2008 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R. (210 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. (290 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Impala | 2011 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Impala | R |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
