1997 Ford Puma vs. 2005 Toyota Sparky
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sparky is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Puma would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Puma (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (86 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sparky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sparky weights approximately 60 kg more than 1997 Ford Puma.
Because 2005 Toyota Sparky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ford Puma. 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, 2005 Toyota Sparky (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Puma. (126 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Sparky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Puma. 2005 Toyota Sparky has automatic transmission and 1997 Ford Puma has manual transmission. 1997 Ford Puma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Sparky will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Puma | 2005 Toyota Sparky | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Puma | Sparky |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1900 mm |
