2005 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2006 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2006 Toyota Aygo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Spark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Spark would be higher. At 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Aygo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Aygo (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Spark. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Aygo should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Aygo weights approximately 89 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2006 Toyota Aygo (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Spark. (70 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Aygo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Spark | 2006 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Spark | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 776 kg | 865 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 35 L |
