2003 Holden Astra vs. 2003 Kia Towner
To start off, both 2003 Holden Astra and 2003 Kia Towner were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Holden Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Astra (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2003 Kia Towner. (38 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Astra should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Towner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Towner weights approximately 18 kg more than 2003 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Astra | 2003 Kia Towner | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Astra | Towner |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 1820 mm |
