2001 Acura TL vs. 2005 Toyota Sparky
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sparky is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura TL (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (86 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sparky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura TL weights approximately 505 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 2001 Acura TL. 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, 2001 Acura TL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sparky.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura TL | 2005 Toyota Sparky | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | TL | Sparky |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1900 mm |
