2009 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2007 Honda NSX
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 NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda NSX 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 51 more horse power than 2007 Honda NSX. (252 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 611 kg more than 2007 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Impala, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda NSX. (285 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Impala | 2007 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Impala | NSX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5670 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
