2005 Kia Towner vs. 2005 Volvo XC70
To start off, both 2005 Kia Towner and 2005 Volvo XC70 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo XC70 (206 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2005 Kia Towner. (38 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Towner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 230 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 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Towner | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 2524 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1400 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2570 mm |
