2007 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 504 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, 2008 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Spark | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Spark | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
