2011 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2011 Chrysler Delta
To start off, both 2011 Chevrolet Spark and 2011 Chrysler Delta were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chrysler Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler Delta (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Spark. (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler Delta should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler Delta weights approximately 690 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Chrysler Delta (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Chevrolet Spark | 2011 Chrysler Delta | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Spark | Delta |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 65 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |