2005 Toyota Sparky vs. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle

To start off, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (86 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sparky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 280 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.

Because 2005 Toyota Sparky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. 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, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sparky. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle 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. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Toyota Sparky 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle
Make Toyota Volkswagen
Model Sparky New Beetle
Year Released 2005 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1364 cc 2480 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 86 HP 150 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 130 Nm 231 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 3750 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1070 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 3770 mm 4100 mm
Vehicle Width 1520 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1510 mm


 

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