2007 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2007 Hyundai Getz
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Spark and 2007 Hyundai Getz were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Getz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Getz (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 337 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, 2007 Hyundai Getz (215 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Spark | 2007 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Spark | Getz |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
