2010 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2011 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Xterra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Impala. (230 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 227 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Impala. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Nissan Xterra 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 Nissan Xterra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2011 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Impala. (318 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Impala | 2011 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Impala | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
