2008 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2010 Tata Indica
To start off, 2010 Tata Indica is newer by 2 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 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Indica weights approximately 155 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Spark.
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, 2010 Tata Indica (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Spark | 2010 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
| Model | Spark | Indica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 37 L |
