2003 Kia Towner vs. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5
To start off, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 is newer by 10 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2003 Kia Towner. (38 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Towner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 weights approximately 810 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 | 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 | |
Make | Kia | BMW |
Model | Towner | ActiveHybrid 5 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 795 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2094 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2968 mm |