2008 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Spark and 2008 Chevrolet Silverado were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 483 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Spark.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2008 Chevrolet Spark has manual transmission. 2008 Chevrolet Spark will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Spark | 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Spark | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 315 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 458 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 6330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 129 L |
