2005 Kia Sorento 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 Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2012 Renault Twingo. (63 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1033 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.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Renault Twingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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 Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Twingo. (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2012 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sorento | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2088 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
