2002 Kia Towner vs. 2002 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, both 2002 Kia Towner and 2002 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2002 Kia Towner. (43 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Towner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Towner weights approximately 65 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Golf.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Kia Towner 2002 Volkswagen Golf
Make Kia Volkswagen
Model Towner Golf
Year Released 2002 2002
Body Type Van Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 796 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 43 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 5400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1170 kg 1105 kg
Vehicle Length 3370 mm 4148 mm
Vehicle Width 1410 mm 1735 mm
Vehicle Height 1880 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 1820 mm 2512 mm


 

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