2008 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2008 Hyundai i20
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Spark and 2008 Hyundai i20 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster 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, 2008 Hyundai i20 (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. (70 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Spark | 2008 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Spark | i20 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1396 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 20.6 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
