2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 Chevrolet Spark were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (187 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 600 kg more than 2008 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 Audi A4 (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2008 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A4 | Spark |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 795 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 141 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 20.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |
