Volvo 850 vs. Chevrolet Impala
When comparing the Volvo 850's and the Chevrolet Impala's specifications and ratings, the Volvo 850 has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The Chevrolet Impala has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Volvo 850's and the Chevrolet Impala's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Volvo 850’s base engine makes 168 horsepower, and the Chevrolet Impala base engine makes 260 horsepower. The 850 is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 494 miles. The Impala is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 552 miles.This gives the Volvo 850 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Chevrolet Impala the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Chevrolet Impala has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
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5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
11130 - 45354
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.51674
Volvo 850 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Chevrolet Impala Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.392351 / 10
Reliability:
8.677055 / 10
Retained Value:
6.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Volvo 850 Rankings
Not yet available
Chevrolet Impala Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 8Ranking
2 out of / 8Ranking
2 out of / 8Ranking
2 out of / 4Ranking
4 out of / 8Ranking
4 out of / 8Ranking
5 out of / 8Ranking
8 out of / 8Available Body Styles
Sedan, Wagon
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Volvo 850 Trim Levels
Base, GLT, Platinum Limited Edition Turbo, R Turbo, Turbo
Chevrolet Impala Trim Levels
SS
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
168 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque:
162 foot-lbs @ 3300 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
260 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
330 foot-lbs @ 2400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.064 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
5
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 26 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
342 / 494 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 24 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
345 / 552 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
63.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
63.4 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3232 lbs
Width:
69.3 inches
Height:
55.7 inches
Length:
183.5 inches
Wheelbase:
104.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4036 lbs
Width:
77.5 inches
Height:
54.7 inches
Length:
214.1 inches
Wheelbase:
115.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
Not yet available