2007 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 5 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 834 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 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Spark | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Spark | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 79 L |
