2008 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,506 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (233 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Camry.
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, both vehicles can yield 325 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2008 Chevrolet Impala | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Impala | Camry |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 233 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |