2005 Fiat Palio vs. 2011 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2011 Renault Twingo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Twingo (74 HP) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (55 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Palio weights approximately 120 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Renault Twingo (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Palio | 2011 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Palio | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |
