Chevrolet Spark
General motors would launch Chevrolet Spark in India in 2007. Spark is actually, the old Daewoo Matiz, which General Motors sells under the brand name of Spark. Chevrolet Spark would compete with Maruti Alto, Zen Estilo, Wagon R Hyundai Santro and Tata Indica Xeta for the market share.Chevrolet Spark would be available in two versions of petrol engine: 795cc and 995cc. The 795cc, 6valve engine would compete with Maruti 800. It will deliver a power of 8KW and torque of 68.6 Nm@4600 rpm. The three-cylinder design provides a very flat torque curve, which results in a less peak power delivery. The 795cc engine claims to give a mileage of 19.2kpl with a top speed of 142 km/hr.The 995cc, 8valve engine would compete with Maruti Zen estilo and Hyundai Santro. It gives a maximum power of 48.5KW and a maximum torque of 87.3Nm. The car has completely new pedal box design with durable plastic moulded pedals. It has a noise-insulating mat between the engine compartment and the dashboard improves the sound insulating effect. The car claims a mileage of 17.85kpl with a top speed of 156Km/hr. Chevrolet Spark has a monoform design, which maximizes the wheelbase, and in turn improves cabin space.Its body is made of high strength steel, which makes the car lighter and gives the required stability. Chevrolet Spark has a completely new torsion beam rear axle, which is coupled to angled shock absorbers and semi trailing arms. This results in greater precision wheel control. Chevrolet Spark has precisely defined load paths with an energy absorbing hexagonal profile protect the passengers in the event of a head-on or rear collision. Optimised links between the B-pillar and the sills provide additional protection in the event of a side impact. ABS (anti lock braking system) and driver-passenger airbags would be offered as optional in 995cc variant.