2008 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2008 Porsche Cayenne

To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Spark and 2008 Porsche Cayenne were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Cayenne (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1544 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Cayenne 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 Cayenne (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. (70 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Cayenne 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 Cayenne
Make Chevrolet Porsche
Model Spark Cayenne
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 796 cc 4511 cc
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 51 HP 350 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 70 Nm 420 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 146 km/hour 242 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 20.6 seconds 6.8 seconds
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 2320 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.3 L/100km 16 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 100 L


 

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