2007 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2008 Toyota Tazz
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tazz 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tazz is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tazz weights approximately 153 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Spark.
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 Toyota Tazz (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Spark | 2008 Toyota Tazz | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Spark | Tazz |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
