2001 GMC Safari 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 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (86 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sparky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Safari weights approximately 885 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 GMC Safari. 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 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sparky.
Compare all specifications:
2001 GMC Safari | 2005 Toyota Sparky | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Safari | Sparky |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |