2009 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 5,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Impala (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (159 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 536 kg more than 2003 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 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 Chevrolet Impala (438 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Impala | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Impala | 6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5670 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |
