2006 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1999 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda HR-V (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Spark weights approximately 570 kg more than 1999 Honda HR-V.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1999 Honda HR-V (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Spark | 1999 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Spark | HR-V |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
