2012 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, both 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 754 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.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Spark, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Silverado | Spark |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 35 L |
