2005 Kia Rio vs. 2012 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2012 Renault Twingo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,459 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Rio (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2012 Renault Twingo. (63 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Twingo weights approximately 125 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio.
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, 2012 Renault Twingo (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Rio | 2012 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Rio | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
