2004 Acura TL vs. 2005 Toyota Sparky
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sparky is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TL (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (86 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sparky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura TL weights approximately 508 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 2004 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, 2004 Acura TL (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sparky.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura TL | 2005 Toyota Sparky | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | TL | Sparky |
Year Released | 2004 | 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 | 267 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |