2005 Toyota Sparky vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 5 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (86 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sparky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 545 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, 2010 BMW 325 (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sparky.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Sparky | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Sparky | 325 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1364 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |