2005 Kia Towner vs. 2005 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2005 Kia Towner and 2005 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 3 (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Kia Towner. (38 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Towner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 3 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 Kia Towner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Towner | 2005 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Towner | 3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2680 mm |
