2002 Kia Towner vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 2002 Kia Towner and 2002 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,266 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2002 Kia Towner. (43 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Towner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 725 kg more than 2002 Kia Towner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Towner | 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Towner | S |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 4266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 3090 mm |
