2009 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. (67 HP @ 68 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 279 kg more than 2012 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 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2012 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Accord | Spark |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 68 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |
