2006 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2007 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Justy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Spark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Spark would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Justy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Justy (98 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Justy should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Spark weights approximately 740 kg more than 2007 Subaru Justy.
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, 2007 Subaru Justy (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Justy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Spark | 2007 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Spark | Justy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 41 L |
