2011 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2001 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Impala (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 193 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Impala (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Impala | 2001 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Impala | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 59 L |
