Chevrolet Spark Vs Mahindra Thar: Which One Is The Better Off-Roader?

Mahindra Thar is one of the most popular off-roaders with the Indian auto buyers. But due to budget limits, many people cannot afford one. Can a mere low-priced 2WD hatchback like the Chevrolet Spark perform as well as the Mahindra Thar when going off-road? The answer is definitely “No”. But the case can be different when the small car has been specifically modified for the off-road purpose. Recently, a video which shows the two vehicles go off-road has been released on the Fat Biker Vaibhav Youtube channel. Firstly, have a look at the video.

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Although the Chevrolet Spark has been shelved, it is still on sale in the used car market. The vehicle in the video has been thoroughly customized to make it more off-road capable. To be more specific, in terms of the exterior, the most significant modification can be realized on the side profile with a new set of bigger and wider tyres. To spare the space for the new tyres, the front bumper has given way to a modified aftermarket bumper. The front also gets aftermarket LED lamps. The rear bumper has also been customized to enhance the appearance of the Spark and create space for the new tyres. Moreover, the Spark also looks more appealing, thanks to the smoked taillights.

There are also two cameras mounted to the car: one in the front and the other in the rear, which can help the car detect obstacles when going off-road. The Spark hatchback is also equipped with a kit of wooden planks which can be utilized as a supporting pad for the tyres or to place the jack on soft surfaces. Also, many electrical alterations have also been done to the vehicle. All of these features make the Spark look like a real off-roader.

This Chevrolet Spark has been modified to become a better off-roader

As can be seen in the video, the Chevrolet Spark goes through the sandy area quite successfully without any issues. The car runs on high engine RPM; the new aftermarket tyres supply the sufficient support to make sure that the vehicle does not get stranded under any circumstances. The Chevrolet Spark is powered by a 1.0L 3-cylinder motor which is good for a maximum power/torque output of 62 bhp/90 Nm.

While it is common knowledge that the bad terrains demand the use of SUVs. However, if you know how to modify your car in the right way, even an FWD hatchback, which is usually associated with city use for a mid-sized family, like the Chevrolet Spark, can be customized into an effective off-roader.

The Chevrolet Spark proves not to lag behind too much compared to the Mahindra Thar when going off-road

The Mahindra Thar in this video is a 4WD SUV which is specifically developed for off-road usage. Thanks to the low-ratio transfer case, its torque output has been considerably increased to make it highly capable, dealing especially well with rough terrains. If you want to become a serious off-roader, it is highly recommended that you should purchase a 4WD SUV, but always keep in mind that a 2WD automobile can also overcome some bad road conditions without too much struggle.

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If you want to become a serious off-roader, a proper 4WD SUV like the Mahindra Thar is always the best choice

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