2005 Kia Carens vs. 2000 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2005 Kia Carens is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carens (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2000 Renault Twingo. (57 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 642 kg more than 2000 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, 2005 Kia Carens (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Twingo. (91 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carens | 2000 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Carens | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1462 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
