2009 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2012 Buick Verano
To start off, 2012 Buick Verano is newer by 3 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 123 more horse power than 2012 Buick Verano. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Verano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 644 kg more than 2012 Buick Verano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (438 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Verano. (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Verano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Impala | 2012 Buick Verano | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
| Model | Impala | Verano |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5670 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 57 L |
