2009 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 1140 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 2006 Honda Civic 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, 2006 Honda Civic 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, 2006 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Spark | 2006 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Spark | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
