2005 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Spark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Spark would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Spark. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 545 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Spark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Spark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Spark. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Spark | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Spark | Golf |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1901 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 776 kg | 1321 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
