2009 Kia Picanto vs. 2011 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Picanto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Picanto would be higher. At 1,086 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Picanto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Spark (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Spark should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Picanto weights approximately 134 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Spark.
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 Kia Picanto (97 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Picanto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Picanto | 2011 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Picanto | Spark |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 65 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 149 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.1 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 929 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 35 L |
