2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Toyota Sparky

To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Silverado and 2005 Toyota Sparky were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (86 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sparky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1202 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.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (130 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sparky.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chevrolet Silverado 2005 Toyota Sparky
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Silverado Sparky
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5359 cc 1364 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 295 HP 86 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 454 Nm 130 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline / Electric Hybrid Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2272 kg 1070 kg
Vehicle Length 5850 mm 3770 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1520 mm
Vehicle Height 1880 mm 1900 mm


 

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