2009 Volkswagen CC 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 Volkswagen CC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen CC would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2012 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 Volkswagen CC (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen CC | 2012 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
| Model | CC | Spark |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |
