2009 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2010 Audi A4
To start off, 2010 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Impala 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 92 more horse power than 2010 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 411 kg more than 2010 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 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, 2009 Chevrolet Impala (438 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A4. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Impala | 2010 Audi A4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
Model | Impala | A4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5670 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1826 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |