2008 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Spark and 2008 SsangYong Korando were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1089 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 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. (70 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Spark | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | Spark | Korando |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 796 cc | 2874 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 20.6 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 776 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |