2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2005 Toyota Sparky
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 4 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (86 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sparky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 745 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 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. 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, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (351 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sparky. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country 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. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 2005 Toyota Sparky | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Town & Country | Sparky |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3952 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |