2009 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2001 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Focus weights approximately 350 kg more than 2009 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, 2001 Ford Focus (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Spark | 2001 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Spark | Focus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
