2004 Honda CR-V vs. 2002 Kia Towner

To start off, 2004 Honda CR-V is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Towner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Towner would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda CR-V (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2002 Kia Towner. (43 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Towner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda CR-V weights approximately 348 kg more than 2002 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 Honda CR-V 2002 Kia Towner
Make Honda Kia
Model CR-V Towner
Year Released 2004 2002
Body Type SUV 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 160 HP 43 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5400 RPM
Vehicle Weight 1518 kg 1170 kg
Vehicle Length 4540 mm 3370 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1410 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 1820 mm