1998 Renault Twingo vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Cee'd (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1998 Renault Twingo. (57 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 579 kg more than 1998 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Kia Cee'd (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Twingo. (92 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Twingo | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | Twingo | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 74.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 53 L |
