2009 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser (162 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1050 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.
Because 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Spark | 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Spark | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2370 mm |