2008 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2012 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i40 is newer by 4 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 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i40 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 756 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, 2012 Hyundai i40 (164 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Spark | 2012 Hyundai i40 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Spark | i40 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 133 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
