1996 Dodge Avenger vs. 2005 Toyota Sparky
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sparky is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Avenger would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Avenger (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (86 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sparky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 300 kg more than 2005 Toyota Sparky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Sparky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Dodge Avenger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sparky will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Dodge Avenger (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sparky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Avenger | 2005 Toyota Sparky | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Avenger | Sparky |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1900 mm |
