2005 Kia Towner vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, both 2005 Kia Towner and 2005 Mercedes-Benz R were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 2005 Kia Towner. (38 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Towner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 1070 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 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Towner | R |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2860 mm |
