2005 Kia Towner vs. 2005 Opel Frontera
To start off, both 2005 Kia Towner and 2005 Opel Frontera were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2005 Kia Towner. (38 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Towner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Frontera weights approximately 550 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 Frontera | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Towner | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2470 mm |
