2005 Kia Towner vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Towner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Towner would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2005 Kia Towner. (38 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Towner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 210 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.
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2005 Kia Towner | 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Towner | Jetta |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 796 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2580 mm |