2008 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2008 Peugeot 206
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Spark and 2008 Peugeot 206 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,360 cc, 2008 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 206 (74 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 279 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.
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 Peugeot 206 (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Spark | 2008 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Spark | 206 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 795 cc | 1360 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 141 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 20.6 seconds | 13.3 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 | 795 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
