2002 Mazda MPV vs. 2005 Toyota Sparky
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sparky is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda MPV (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (86 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sparky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda MPV weights approximately 530 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 2002 Mazda MPV. 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, 2002 Mazda MPV (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sparky.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda MPV | 2005 Toyota Sparky | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | MPV | Sparky |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
