2009 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Impala and 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (377 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 306 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (392 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Impala | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Impala | CLS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5670 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 377 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 392 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |