2011 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2010 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Impala (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2010 Toyota 4Runner. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 440 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 2010 Toyota 4Runner 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 2010 Toyota 4Runner. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Chevrolet Impala (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota 4Runner. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Impala | 2010 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Impala | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 2053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 91 L |
