2007 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2007 Kia Optima
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Spark and 2007 Kia Optima were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,654 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Optima (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Optima weights approximately 692 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 Kia Optima (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. 2007 Kia Optima 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. 2007 Kia Optima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Spark | 2007 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Spark | Optima |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 2654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 62 L |
