2007 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 6 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Insight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Insight (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Insight weights approximately 400 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, 2013 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Spark | 2013 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Spark | Insight |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4377 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |
