2008 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2008 Tata Nano

To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Spark and 2008 Tata Nano were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Spark is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Spark weights approximately 250 kg more than 2008 Tata Nano.

Because 2008 Tata Nano is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Tata Nano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Spark, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Spark (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Spark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Nano.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chevrolet Spark 2008 Tata Nano
Make Chevrolet Tata
Model Spark Nano
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 995 cc 624 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 0 HP 35 HP
Torque 87 Nm 48 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 69 mm 73.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 68 mm 73.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 154 km/hour 105 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 850 kg 600 kg
Vehicle Length 3500 mm 3099 mm
Vehicle Width 1500 mm 1495 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1652 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2230 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.5 L/100km 4.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 37 L


 

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