2004 BMW 320 vs. 2004 Kia Towner

To start off, both 2004 BMW 320 and 2004 Kia Towner were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2004 Kia Towner. (38 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Towner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 320 weights approximately 295 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.

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2004 BMW 320 2004 Kia Towner
Make BMW Kia
Model 320 Towner
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Convertible Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 796 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 148 HP 38 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 5600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1465 kg 1170 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 3370 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1410 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 1820 mm


 

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