2009 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2007 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 2007 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Spark | 2007 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Spark | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
