2008 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Spark and 2008 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V70 (185 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V70 weights approximately 706 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volvo V70 (240 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. (70 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. 2008 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2008 Chevrolet Spark has manual transmission. 2008 Chevrolet Spark will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Spark | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Spark | V70 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1984 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 20.6 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 776 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
