2003 Kia Towner vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Towner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Towner would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2003 Kia Towner. (38 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Towner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 122 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.
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2003 Kia Towner | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Towner | Bora |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 795 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1292 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2520 mm |