2003 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Kia Towner
To start off, 2004 Kia Towner is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2004 Kia Towner. (38 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Towner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Accord weights approximately 286 kg more than 2004 Kia Towner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Accord | 2004 Kia Towner | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Accord | Towner |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 1820 mm |
