2009 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Element 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 45 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 407 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 (290 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Impala | 2007 Honda Element | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Impala | Element |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1956 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |