2005 Fiat Idea vs. 2007 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2007 Renault Twingo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Idea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Idea would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Twingo (74 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Idea. (69 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Idea weights approximately 230 kg more than 2007 Renault Twingo.
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, 2005 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Twingo. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Idea | 2007 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Idea | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 40 L |
