2006 BMW 320 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, both 2006 BMW 320 and 2006 Chevrolet Spark were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Spark weights approximately 260 kg more than 2006 BMW 320.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Spark is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Spark 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 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 320 | 2006 Chevrolet Spark | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 320 | Spark |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 68.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 67.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 35 L |