2008 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2007 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Grande Punto would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 427 kg more than 2008 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, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Spark | 2007 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Spark | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
