2008 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 567 kg more than 2012 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 Ford Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2012 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Focus | Spark |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 149 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 15.4 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 | 1362 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 35 L |
