2005 Toyota Sparky vs. 1998 Ford F-150
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sparky is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford F-150 (203 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (86 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sparky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1005 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, 1998 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sparky. 1998 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Sparky has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Sparky will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Sparky | 1998 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Sparky | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
