2009 BMW 320 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, both 2009 BMW 320 and 2009 Chevrolet Impala were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Impala (234 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320.
Because 2009 BMW 320 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Impala, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 320 | 2009 Chevrolet Impala | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 320 | Impala |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 234 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |