2011 Mazda BT-50 vs. 2005 Toyota Sparky
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 6 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (86 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sparky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sparky weights approximately 115 kg more than 2011 Mazda BT-50.
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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sparky. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sparky. 2005 Toyota Sparky has automatic transmission and 2011 Mazda BT-50 has manual transmission. 2011 Mazda BT-50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Sparky will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mazda BT-50 | 2005 Toyota Sparky | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | BT-50 | Sparky |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
