2000 Ford Escort vs. 2004 Kia Towner
To start off, 2004 Kia Towner is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Escort (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Kia Towner. (38 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Towner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Towner weights approximately 46 kg more than 2000 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escort | 2004 Kia Towner | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Escort | Towner |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1820 mm |
