2008 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Spark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Spark would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 471 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, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. (70 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Spark | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Spark | Polo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1896 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 20.6 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 776 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
