2008 Skoda Fabia 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 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,198 cc (3 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Spark (67 HP @ 68 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Spark should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 285 kg more than 2012 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, 2008 Skoda Fabia (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Skoda Fabia | 2012 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Skoda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Fabia | Spark |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 68 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.9 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 | 1135 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |
