2007 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Spark and 2007 Nissan Hardbody were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 1009 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.
Because 2007 Nissan Hardbody is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Hardbody (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Spark | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Spark | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 84 L |
