2005 Kia Towner vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2005 Kia Towner and 2005 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Astra (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Kia Towner. (38 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Towner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Astra weights approximately 80 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 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Towner | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 3010 mm |
