2012 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, both 2012 Chevrolet Spark and 2012 Volkswagen GTI were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 598 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 Volkswagen GTI (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. 2012 Volkswagen GTI 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 Volkswagen GTI will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Spark | 2012 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Spark | GTI |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 149 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
