2008 Honda S2000 vs. 2005 Toyota Sparky
To start off, 2008 Honda S2000 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (86 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sparky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda S2000 weights approximately 250 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 Honda S2000. 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 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sparky.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda S2000 | 2005 Toyota Sparky | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | S2000 | Sparky |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1900 mm |