2009 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2013 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2013 Honda CR-V is newer by 4 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 29 more horse power than 2013 Honda CR-V. (182 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda CR-V weights approximately 526 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 2013 Honda CR-V 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, 2013 Honda CR-V 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 (291 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda CR-V. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Impala | 2013 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Impala | CR-V |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1601 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 58 L |