2008 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Spark and 2008 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 545 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Spark.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Spark | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Spark | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 321 HP |
Torque | 87 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 64 L |