2005 Toyota Sparky vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 7 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (86 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sparky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 391 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 2012 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sparky.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Sparky | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sparky | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1247 mm |
