2008 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Spark and 2008 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 972 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Spark.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat (370 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Spark | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Spark | Passat |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 271 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 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 | 850 kg | 1822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |
