Chevrolet Spark Vs Maruti Suzuki A-Star
Posted on May 8th 2010Welcome back!
Apart from looks the features offered with both of them are simply great. One is meant for light handling and the other is meant for speed. Both of them have the capacity to accommodate 4 adults easily.
| Chevrolet Spark | Maruti Suzuki A-Star | |
| Engine Type | In-Line Engine | In-Line Engine |
| Engine Description | 1.0L 63bhp S-Tec | 1.0L 66bhp K10B engine |
| Engine Displacement (cc) | 995 | 998 |
| No. of Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Maximum Power | 63PS at 5,400 rpm | 67 @ 6,200 (PS@rpm) |
| Maximum Torque | 90.3Nm at 4,200 rpm | 9.2 @ 3,500 (kgm@rpm) |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 | 4 |
| Valve Configuration | SOHC | SOHC |
| Fuel Supply System | SEFI | MPFI |
| Bore x Stroke | 68.5 x 67.5 mm | 73.0 x 79.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10:1 |
| Chevrolet Spark 1.0 LT | Maruti A-Star Lxi | |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Gear box | 5 Speed | 5-speed |
| Drive Type | FWD | NA |
| Suspension System | ||
| Front Suspension | McPherson Struts with Anti-roll bar | McPherson strut & coil spring |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam axle | Isolated trailing link & coil spring |
| Shock Absorbers Type | Gas Filled | NA |
| Steering | ||
| Steering Type | Power | Power |
| Steering Gear Type | Rack & Pinion | Electronic Assisted Rack & Pinion |
| Turning Radius (wheel base) | 4.6 m | 4.5 m |
| Brake System | ||
| Front Brake Type | Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Self-Adjusting Drum | Drum |
| Performance | ||
| Top Speed | 156 kmph | NA |
| Acceleration (0-100 kmph) | 14.8 seconds | NA |
| Fuel | ||
| Mileage-City (kmpl) | 12.0 | 17.4 |
| Mileage-Highway (kmpl) | 16.0 | 19.5 |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Fuel Tank Capacity (liters) | 35 | 35 |
| Emission Norm Compliance | Bharat Stage III | Bharat Stage III |
| Tires | ||
| Tire Size | 155/70 R13 | 155/88 R 13 |
| Tire Type | Tubeless Radial | Tubeless Radial |
| Wheel Size | 13 X 4.5 J | NA |
| Other Specifications | ||
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| No of Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Payload & Towing | ||
| Cargo Volume | 170 liters | NA |
The interiors of A-Star are quite spacious and comfortable. If you want a spacious car this is best option. Well on the other hand the Spark is also comfortable but it’s not roomy. You might not feel that great inside the Spark since it is a small car. The A-Star has space for your entire luggage. If you are looking for a car which can be driven for long distance traveling the A-Star fits the option perfectly as this can cater to your requirements.
Engine and looks
The Spark has a reliable engine which delivers power and life. A 3 year no maintenance program wraps the Spark. This is the best move Chevrolet has played to attract demand. The A-Star has a rev free engine which is easy to handle and maneuver. The Spark might look small and not appeal your eyes.
Handling quality
The Spark is easy to handle since it is small shaped car. On the other hand the A-Star is easy too since it has new advanced engine.
Time to go to the ATM
The A-Star is the best option if you want space and power. If reliability is on your menu then the Spark is the alternative option which can yield good results.
By editor in Auto India News, Auto Industry News, Chevrolet, Indian Car Comparisons, Maruti Suzuki
SARABJEET SINGH responded on 24 Jul 2011 at 2:06 am #
HI THERE ME ALSO HAVE SPARK LT MODEL ITS GOOD & SPACIOUS & MILEAGE, VRY SMOOTH IS GUD THNXS TO CHEVY SERVE FOR ME CHEVROLET SPARK..
THNXS
BEST REGARDS
Guna responded on 11 Sep 2011 at 4:15 am #
Does A-star has more space for luggage????
Clearly shows that you have not even taken a look at that before writing this review. A-star can hold only suitcase, the boot is too small. Also, spark is more spacious inside than a-star
Please at least spend few mins on the car before writing the review