2005 Mazda Demio 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 Mazda Demio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Demio would be higher. At 1,459 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Twingo (63 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Twingo weights approximately 95 kg more than 2005 Mazda Demio. 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, 2011 Renault Twingo (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Demio | 2011 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Demio | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| 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 | 960 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2370 mm |
