2004 Opel Vectra 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 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (86 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sparky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 543 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 Opel Vectra. 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 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sparky.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Vectra | 2005 Toyota Sparky | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Vectra | Sparky |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |