2009 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Impala (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser. (162 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 351 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. (290 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. 2009 Chevrolet Impala has automatic transmission and 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Impala | 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Impala | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2370 mm |
