2006 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1999 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Echo would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Echo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Echo (84 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Echo should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Spark weights approximately 153 kg more than 1999 Toyota Echo.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Spark is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet Spark. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Echo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Echo (123 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Echo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Spark | 1999 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Spark | Echo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
