2009 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,752 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 3850 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Spark. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 453 kg more than 2010 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, 2009 Ford Focus (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2010 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Focus | Spark |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1752 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3850 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1303 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
