2008 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 5 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 32 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Venza. (179 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Venza.
Because 2013 Toyota Venza 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, 2013 Toyota Venza 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, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (290 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Venza. (247 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Impala | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Impala | Venza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 67 L |