2009 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 30 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 550 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 (291 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Impala | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Impala | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 66 L |
