2005 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (161 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Spark. (67 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2013 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Spark. (111 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota RAV4 | 2013 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | RAV4 | Spark |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1029 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1597 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1522 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2375 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 35 L |
