2009 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2007 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. (234 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 2007 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2007 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Impala | 2007 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Impala | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3900 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 234 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |