2007 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2007 Mazda Drifter

To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Spark and 2007 Mazda Drifter were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,606 cc, 2007 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda Drifter (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Spark.

Because 2007 Mazda Drifter 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 2007 Mazda Drifter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Spark, 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, 2007 Mazda Drifter (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Spark.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Chevrolet Spark 2007 Mazda Drifter
Make Chevrolet Mazda
Model Spark Drifter
Year Released 2007 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 994 cc 2606 cc
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 66 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 87 Nm 206 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 8.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 154 km/hour 150 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 15.4 seconds 16 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 3500 mm 5010 mm
Vehicle Width 1500 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 3010 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.3 L/100km 13.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 82 L


 

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