2009 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2006 Kia Spectra
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Spectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Spectra 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 73 more horse power than 2006 Kia Spectra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Spectra weights approximately 405 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Spectra. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Impala | 2006 Kia Spectra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Impala | Spectra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
