2008 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Spark and 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 914 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.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (212 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. (70 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Santa Fe | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Spark | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 796 cc | 2351 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 776 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 65 L |