2009 Hyundai i10 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 Hyundai i10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai i10 would be higher. At 1,120 cc (3 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai i10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai i10 (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Spark. (65 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i10 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i10 weights approximately 320 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 Hyundai i10 (153 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Spark.
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2009 Hyundai i10 | 2010 Chevrolet Spark | |
Make | Hyundai | Chevrolet |
Model | i10 | Spark |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1120 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 65 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 149 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 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 | 1115 kg | 795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 35 L |