Compare 2005 Chevrolet Impala - Details
| Pricing | |||
| MSRP | $25,460 | $22,165 | $22,200 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Invoice | $23,296 | $20,399 | $19,980 |
| Destination | $660 | $675 | $550 |
| Interior Edit | |||
| Air Conditioning, Front | Dual Zone Manual | Manual | Manual |
| Air Filter | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Underseat Ducts | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Auxiliary Visors | Dual | N/A | N/A |
| Cargo Net | Optional | N/A | Optional |
| Clock | In-radio Display | In-radio Display | In-radio Display |
| Compass | Optional | N/A | Optional |
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cupholders | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| Gear Shift Knob Trim | Urethane | Urethane | Urethane |
| 12V DC Power Outlet | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lighter Elements | Front | N/A | Front |
| Ashtray | Standard | N/A | Optional |
| Overhead Console | Mini | Mini With Storage | Mini With Storage |
| Floor Console | Full | Full | Full |
| Floor Mats | Carpeted Front And Rear | Carpeted Front And Rear | Carpeted Front And Rear |
| Front Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| Rear Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| 1-touch Window Up | N/A | Driver | Driver |
| 1-touch Window Down | Driver | Driver | Driver |
| Programmable Garage Door Opener | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Instrumentation | Analog | Analog | Analog |
| Oil Pressure Gauge | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Tachometer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Trip Computer | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Water Temp Gauge | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Voltage Gauge | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Low Fuel Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Service Interval Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Exterior Temperature Display | Optional | N/A | Optional |
| Lighting - Glovebox | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Lighting - Map Lights | Front | Front And Rear | Front |
| Lighting - Dome Light | Fade | Fade | Fade |
| Lighting - Cargo Light | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Illuminated Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Rear Window Defogger | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear View Mirror | Day-night | Day-night | Day-night |
| Mirrors - Visor Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Fuel Door Release | N/A | N/A | Mechanical |
| Remote Trunk Release | Power | Power | Power |
| Retained Accessory Power | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Seatback Storage Pockets | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Tilt-Wheel Adjustable Steering Column | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather | Urethane | Urethane |
| Seats Edit | |||
| Front Seat Type | Bucket | Bucket | Bucket |
| Standard Seating | 5 Passengers | 5 Passengers | 5 Passengers |
| Front Driver Seat Direction Controls | 6-way Power | 6-way Power | 2-way Power |
| Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls | 4-way | 4-way | 4-way |
| Lumbar Support | Driver | Driver | Driver |
| Front Armrests | Center | Center | Center |
| Front Head Restraints | Adjustable | Adjustable | Adjustable |
| Heated Front Seats | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback | N/A | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Driver Heated-seatback |
| Rear Seats | 60-40 Bench | 60-40 Bench | Full Bench |
| Rear Armrest | Standard | Standard | With Pass-thru |
| Rear Head Restraints | 3 - Fixed | 2 - Fixed | 2 - Adjustable |
| Seat Trim | Premium Cloth | Cloth | Cloth |
| Entertainment Edit | |||
| Radio | AM/FM Stereo, Seek-scan | AM/FM Stereo, Seek-scan | AM/FM Stereo, Seek-scan |
| Cassette Player | Standard | N/A | Optional |
| CD Player | In-dash Mounted Single | In-dash Mounted Single | In-dash Mounted 6-disc |
| MP3 Capability | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Optional | N/A | Standard |
| Voice Recognition | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Speakers | 6 | 4 | 6 |
| Amplifier | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Equalizer | Automatic | N/A | N/A |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Entertainment System | N/A | N/A | With DVD |
| Navigation System | N/A | N/A | Yes With Voice Activation |
| 1st Row LCD Screen | N/A | N/A | 1 |
| 2nd Row LCD Screen | N/A | N/A | 1 |
| Safety and Security Edit | |||
| Airbags, Frontal | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Impact | Seat Mounted, Driver | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Curtain | N/A | Safety Canopy System(TM) | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row |
| Occupancy Sensor | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Traction Control | ABS And Driveline | Driveline | N/A |
| In-Vehicle Assistance Service | OnStar | N/A | N/A |
| Automatic Crash Response (airbags And/or Sensors) | OnStar | N/A | N/A |
| Emergency Services | OnStar | N/A | N/A |
| Crisis Assist | OnStar | N/A | N/A |
| Stolen Vehicle Assistance | OnStar | N/A | N/A |
| Remote Door Unlock | OnStar | N/A | N/A |
| Roadside Assistance | OnStar | N/A | N/A |
| Remote Horn And Lights | OnStar | N/A | N/A |
| Hands-Free Calling | OnStar | N/A | N/A |
| Vehicle Diagnostics | OnStar | N/A | N/A |
| Stolen Vehicle Tracking | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Height Adjustable Seatbelts | Front | Front | Front |
| Seatbelt Pre-tensioners | N/A | Front | Front |
| Headlights | Halogen | Halogen | Halogen |
| Exterior Light Control | Auto On/off | N/A | Auto Off |
| Delay-off Headlamps | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lights | Standard | Optional | N/A |
| Door Curb Lights | N/A | N/A | 2 |
| Illuminated Entry | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Remote Keyless Entry | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) |
| Panic Alarm | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Door Locks | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock |
| Rear Child Safety Door Locks | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Content Theft Deterrent Alarm System | Optional | Optional | Standard |
| Ignition Disable | PASSLock | SecuriLock(R) | Standard |
| Theft Deterrent Radio | TheftLock | N/A | Standard |
| Low Tire Pressure Warning | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Overview | |||
| Warranty Overview | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (72 Month/100,000 Mileage), Roadside Assistance (36 Month/36,000 Mileage) | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (60 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (36 Month/36,000 Mileage) | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (60 Month/unlimited Mileage), Accessories (36 Month/36,000 Mileage) |
| Warranty Edit | |||
| Warranty - Basic | GM TOTAL Warranty 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles |
| Warrranty - Powertrain | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Corrosion Perforation | 72 Months/100,000 Miles | 60 Months/unlimited Miles | 60 Months/unlimited Miles |
| Warranty - Roadside Assistance | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | N/A |
| Exterior Edit | |||
| Antenna | Window Grid | Fixed | Window Grid |
| Body Material | Fully Galvanized Steel | Fully Galvanized Steel | Fully Galvanized Steel |
| Paint | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone |
| Bodyside Mouldings | Body-colored | Body-colored | Body-colored |
| Grille Trim | With Chrome Bar | Black W/chrome Surround | Colored |
| Fog/driving Lights | Front | N/A | Front |
| Door Count | 4 Doors | 4 Doors | 4 Doors |
| Rear Cargo Door | Trunk | Trunk | Trunk |
| Tinted Windows | Light | Light | Light |
| Rear Window Type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed |
| Mirrors | Dual Power Remote | Dual Power Remote | Dual Power Remote |
| Heated Door Mirrors | Optional | Optional | N/A |
| Sunroof | 1st Row Exterior Express Open Sliding And Tilting Glass | N/A | 1st Row Regular Power Sliding And Tilting Glass |
| Spoiler | Wing | N/A | Wing |
| Roof Rack | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Front Tires | P225/60SR16.0 BSW Touring AS | P215/60TR17.0 BSW AS | P205/60VR16.0 BSW AS |
| Wheels | 16" Silver Aluminum | 17" Painted Aluminum | 16" Silver Aluminum |
| Spare Tire And Wheel | Compact Steel | Compact Steel | Compact Steel |
| Windshield Wipers - Front | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent |
| Mud Flaps | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Mechanical Edit | |||
| Engine | 3.8L V-6 | 3.0L V-6 | 2.4L I-4 |
| Engine - Valvetrain | OHV | DOHC | DOHC |
| Brakes | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
| Drive Type | Front-wheel | Front-wheel | Front-wheel |
| Engine Block Heater | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Exhaust | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
| Steering | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion |
| Speed Sensitive Steering | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Suspension Tuning | Sport | Regular | Regular |
| Front Suspension Type | Strut | Strut | Double Wishbone |
| Front Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Front Shocks | Regular | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Front Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Rear Suspension Type | Strut | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Rear Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Shocks | Regular | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Rear Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Transmission | 4-spd Auto W/OD | 2-spd CVT W/OD | 5-spd Man W/OD |
| Axle Ratio | 3.05 | 4.98 | 4.39 |
| Specifications Edit | |||
| Exterior Length | 200.0 " | 200.7 " | 189.5 " |
| Exterior Body Width | 73.0 " | 74.5 " | 71.5 " |
| Exterior Height | 57.3 " | 60.1 " | 57.1 " |
| Engine | 3.8L V-6 | 3.0L V-6 | 2.4L I-4 |
| Horsepower | 200 @ 5,200 Rpm | 203 @ 5,750 Rpm | 160 @ 5,500 Rpm |
| Torque | 225 @ 4,000 Rpm | 207 @ 4,500 Rpm | 161 @ 4,500 Rpm |
| Fuel Economy - City | 20 Mpg | 20 Mpg | 26 Mpg |
| Fuel Economy - Highway | 30 Mpg | 27 Mpg | 34 Mpg |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | 8.8 Seconds | N/A | 8.2 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Time | 16.6 Seconds | N/A | 16.6 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Speed | 86 Mph | N/A | 85 Mph |
| Lateral Acceleration (g) | .8 | N/A | .8 |
| Slalom Speed | 60 Mph | N/A | 59 Mph |
| Bore-and-Stroke | 3.80/3.40 " | 3.52/3.13 " | 3.43/3.90 " |
| Curb Weight | 3,476 Lbs. | 3,643 Lbs. | 3,142 Lbs. |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | N/A | N/A | 4,125 Lbs. |
| Maximum Trailer Weight | 1,000 Lbs. | 1,000 Lbs. | 1,000 Lbs. |
| Wheelbase | 110.5 " | 112.9 " | 107.9 " |
| Front Track | 62.0 " | 64.6 " | 61.1 " |
| Rear Track | 61.1 " | 65.0 " | 61.2 " |
| Turning Radius | 19.0 '' | 20.0 '' | 18.1 '' |
| Ground Clearance | N/A | 5.1 " | N/A |
| Drag Coefficient | .30 | N/A | .30 |
| Front Legroom | 42.2 " | 41.3 " | 42.6 " |
| Rear Legroom | 38.4 " | 41.3 " | 36.8 " |
| Front Headroom | 39.2 " | 39.4 " | 38.3 " |
| Rear Headroom | 36.8 " | 38.7 " | 36.8 " |
| Front Hip Room | 56.5 " | 53.7 " | 54.6 " |
| Rear Hip Room | 55.7 " | 53.7 " | 53.5 " |
| Front Shoulder Room | 59.0 " | 57.8 " | 56.9 " |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 58.9 " | 57.6 " | 56.1 " |
| Luggage Volume | 18.6 Cu.ft. | 21.2 Cu.ft. | 14.0 Cu.ft. |
| Luggage Volume (max) | 18.6 Cu.ft. | 21.2 Cu.ft. | 14.0 Cu.ft. |
| Passenger Volume | 104 Cu.ft. | 107 Cu.ft. | 98 Cu.ft. |
| Fuel Tank | 17.0 Gal. | 19.0 Gal. | 17.1 Gal. |
| Cost To Own | |||
| NHTSA Frontal Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Passenger's | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Side Barrier Rating Driver | 4 | 5 | 4 |
| Driver's | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Side Barrier Rating Passenger Rear Seat | 4 | 5 | 4 |
| Overall Rollover Rating | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| IIHS Frontal Offset Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Overall Rear | N/A | N/A | poor |
| Chest | good | N/A | good |
| Driver Torso | N/A | N/A | good |
| Bumpers | marginal | N/A | N/A |
| Rear Passenger Head Protection | N/A | N/A | good |
| Structure/safety cage | good | N/A | good |
| Rear Passenger Head and Neck | N/A | N/A | good |
| Rear Passenger Torso | N/A | N/A | good |
| Rear Passenger Pelvis/Leg | N/A | N/A | good |
| Driver Head and Neck | N/A | N/A | good |
| Overall Front | good | N/A | good |
| Left Leg/Foot | acceptable | N/A | good |
| Overall Side | N/A | N/A | good |
| Driver Head Protection | N/A | N/A | good |
| Restraints | good | N/A | good |
| Right Leg/Foot | acceptable | N/A | good |
| Driver Pelvis/Leg | N/A | N/A | good |
| Head/Neck | good | N/A | good |
| Dynamic Rating | N/A | N/A | poor |
