2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. (65 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1611 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 2009 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Express | Spark |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 65 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2406 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 35 L |
