2003 Kia Towner vs. 2003 Volvo S40
To start off, both 2003 Kia Towner and 2003 Volvo S40 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo S40 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2003 Kia Towner. (38 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Towner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo S40 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2003 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 Kia Towner | 2003 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Towner | S40 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 795 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2650 mm |
