2007 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Spark and 2007 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S80 weights approximately 731 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 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. 2007 Volvo S80 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 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Chevrolet Spark | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Spark | S80 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 994 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1581 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |