2009 Opel Corsa vs. 2005 Toyota Sparky
To start off, 2009 Opel Corsa 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Corsa (88 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (86 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sparky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Corsa weights approximately 160 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 Opel Corsa. 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, 2005 Toyota Sparky (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Sparky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Opel Corsa | 2005 Toyota Sparky | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Corsa | Sparky |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1900 mm |