2012 Chevrolet Cruze vs. 2012 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, both 2012 Chevrolet Cruze and 2012 Chevrolet Spark were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze weights approximately 510 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, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Spark has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Spark will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | 2012 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cruze | Spark |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11:00 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 149 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1797 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 35 L |
