2009 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Impala (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 341 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Impala.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Impala (291 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (223 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Impala | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Impala | Accord |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
