2009 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2007 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Aygo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Aygo would be higher. At 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Aygo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Aygo (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Aygo should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Aygo weights approximately 69 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, 2007 Toyota Aygo (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Aygo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Spark | 2007 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Spark | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 149 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 35 L |
