BMW 7 series 2008 vs Chevrolet Impala 2006
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 3.0 Diesel | 3.5 Petrol | |
| Diesel (BMW 7 series) engines typically outperform gasoline engines in terms of fuel efficiency and low-end torque. This makes them more economical and better suited for towing or long-distance travel. However, gasoline (Chevrolet Impala) engines mostly are lighter, quieter, and offer better acceleration and responsiveness, especially in smaller vehicles. For more information, see the article "Diesel or Petrol: Fuel Economy and Key Differences." | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 245 HP | 214 HP | |
| Torque: | 540 NM | 290 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.2 seconds | 9 seconds | |
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BMW 7 series is more dynamic to drive. BMW 7 series engine produces 31 HP more power than Chevrolet Impala, whereas torque is 250 NM more than Chevrolet Impala. Thanks to more power BMW 7 series reaches 100 km/h speed 1.8 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.2 | 9.0 | |
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The BMW 7 series is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. BMW 7 series consumes 1.8 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Chevrolet Impala, which means that by driving the BMW 7 series over 15,000 km in a year you can save 270 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 82 litres | 66 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1130 km in combined cycle | 730 km in combined cycle | |
| 1380 km on highway | 860 km on highway | ||
| BMW 7 series gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Chevrolet Impala) have better traction on slippery roads and when climbing hills, better fuel economy, and are less expensive to purchase. On the disadvantage side, FWD cars usually have less towing capacity, poorer acceleration and harder handling. Rear-wheel drive cars (BMW 7 series) have better handling on dry roads, better acceleration, more even weight distribution and more fun to drive. RWD is also better for towing large loads. The cons of rear-wheel drive are less interior and trunk space and more difficulty maneuvering in wet and snowy conditions. | |||
| BMW 7 sērija 2008 3.0 engine: The N57 engine is a robust turbo diesel unit without any major systemic issues. Its longevity depends heavily on regular maintenance, including timely servicing, periodic cleaning of the intake system, and active regeneration of the diesel particulate filter.
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Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 5.21 m | 5.09 m | |
| Width: | 1.90 m | 1.85 m | |
| Height: | 1.48 m | 1.49 m | |
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BMW 7 series is larger, but slightly lower. BMW 7 series is 12 cm longer than the Chevrolet Impala, 5 cm wider, while the height of BMW 7 series is 1 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 500 litres | 527 litres | |
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Chevrolet Impala has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, BMW 7 series has 27 litres less trunk space than the Chevrolet Impala. This could mean that the BMW 7 series uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 12.2 meters | no data | |
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`525 | no data | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | above average | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 10 000 | 5200 | |
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