2009 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Spark and 2009 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (341 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 680 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 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (288 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Spark | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Spark | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 341 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 288 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 284 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 67 L |