2007 Lexus RX vs. 2005 Toyota Sparky
To start off, 2007 Lexus RX is newer by 2 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus RX (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (86 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sparky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus RX weights approximately 840 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, 2007 Lexus RX (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sparky. 2007 Lexus RX 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. 2007 Lexus RX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus RX | 2005 Toyota Sparky | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | RX | Sparky |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3456 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
