2005 Rover 25 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rover 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rover 25 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 25 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Spark. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 25 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Spark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Rover 25 (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rover 25 | 2010 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Rover | Chevrolet |
| Model | 25 | Spark |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
