2007 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia weights approximately 1155 kg more than 2007 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 Mitsubishi Proudia (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia has automatic transmission and 2007 Chevrolet Spark has manual transmission. 2007 Chevrolet Spark will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Spark | 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Spark | Proudia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 793 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2840 mm |
