2002 Kia Towner vs. 2002 Mazda 323
To start off, both 2002 Kia Towner and 2002 Mazda 323 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 323 (97 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2002 Kia Towner. (43 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Towner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Towner weights approximately 10 kg more than 2002 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Towner | 2002 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Towner | 323 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2650 mm |
