2007 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Spark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Spark would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 1115 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 2008 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Spark | 2008 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Spark | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 65 L |
