2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2005 Toyota Sparky
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 1 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (86 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sparky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1247 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, 2006 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sparky.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 2005 Toyota Sparky | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Sparky |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2317 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
