2008 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2008 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Spark and 2008 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vectra weights approximately 807 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, 2008 Opel Vectra (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Spark | 2008 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Spark | Vectra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 173 HP |
Torque | 87 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |