2005 Toyota Sparky vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Sparky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Sparky would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sparky (86 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sparky should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 95 kg more than 2005 Toyota Sparky.
Because 2005 Toyota Sparky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sparky 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 Sparky (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (127 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Sparky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Sparky | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sparky | Bora |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
