2011 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2011 Audi A1
To start off, both 2011 Chevrolet Impala and 2011 Audi A1 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 91 more horse power than 2011 Audi A1. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 573 kg more than 2011 Audi A1. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A1. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A1. 2011 Chevrolet Impala has automatic transmission and 2011 Audi A1 has manual transmission. 2011 Audi A1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Impala | 2011 Audi A1 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Impala | A1 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3954 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1416 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 34 L |
