2011 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mustang (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Impala. (296 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 31 kg more than 2011 Ford Mustang.
Because 2011 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 Ford Mustang (379 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Impala. (355 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Impala. 2013 Chevrolet Impala has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Chevrolet Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Ford Mustang | 2013 Chevrolet Impala | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Mustang | Impala |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 379 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1627 kg | 1658 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4778 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1877 mm | 1851 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1425 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |