2000 Kia Clarus vs. 2012 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2012 Renault Twingo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Clarus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Clarus would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Clarus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Clarus (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2012 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Clarus should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Clarus weights approximately 335 kg more than 2012 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, 2000 Kia Clarus (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Clarus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Clarus | 2012 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Clarus | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2350 mm |
