2002 Kia Towner vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Towner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Towner would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2002 Kia Towner. (38 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Towner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 349 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.
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2002 Kia Towner | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Towner | 3 Series |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 796 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1395 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2760 mm |