2010 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 3 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 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Impala. (230 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 147 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Impala. (318 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Impala. 2010 Chevrolet Impala has automatic transmission and 2013 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2013 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Chevrolet Impala | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Impala | Golf |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3900 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1508 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4212 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |