2005 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. (240 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 98 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. (380 Nm). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Impala | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Impala | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 114 L |
