2009 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4

To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 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 3,899 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Impala (233 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (150 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 249 kg more than 2012 Suzuki SX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Suzuki SX4 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, 2012 Suzuki SX4 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 (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki SX4.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet Impala 2012 Suzuki SX4
Make Chevrolet Suzuki
Model Impala SX4
Year Released 2009 2012
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3899 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 233 HP 150 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 325 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1549 kg 1300 kg
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 4150 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1755 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1605 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2500 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.7 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 45 L


 

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