2009 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2011 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i40 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Impala (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i40. (133 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 459 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Impala.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (291 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i40. (164 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i40. 2009 Chevrolet Impala has automatic transmission and 2011 Hyundai i40 has manual transmission. 2011 Hyundai i40 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 Hyundai i40 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Impala | i40 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1534 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6 L/100km |