2009 Ford Expedition vs. 2005 Toyota Sparky
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (86 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sparky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sparky weights approximately 104 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Because 2005 Toyota Sparky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Expedition. 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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sparky.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Expedition | 2005 Toyota Sparky | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Expedition | Sparky |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1900 mm |
