2001 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (86 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sparky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mustang weights approximately 415 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 Ford Mustang. 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 Ford Mustang (414 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sparky.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mustang | 2005 Toyota Sparky | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Mustang | Sparky |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1900 mm |