2005 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4

To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Spark and 2005 Toyota RAV4 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Spark. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 574 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Spark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Spark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Spark. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Spark.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chevrolet Spark 2005 Toyota RAV4
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Spark RAV4
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 796 cc 1999 cc
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 51 HP 149 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 69 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 9.8:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 776 kg 1350 kg
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2380 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 57 L


 

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