2013 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2013 Chevrolet Sonic
To start off, both 2013 Chevrolet Spark and 2013 Chevrolet Sonic were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Sonic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Spark. (67 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Sonic weights approximately 191 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic (169 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Spark. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Sonic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
2013 Chevrolet Spark | 2013 Chevrolet Sonic | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Spark | Sonic |
Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1029 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3673 mm | 4039 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1597 mm | 1735 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1522 mm | 1517 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2375 mm | 2525 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.6 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 46 L |