2009 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 2 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, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (312 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 329 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Camaro 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 2011 Chevrolet Camaro. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Camaro. (376 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Camaro. 2009 Chevrolet Impala has automatic transmission and 2011 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Impala | 2011 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Impala | Camaro |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5670 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 312 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1812 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |