2006 Kia Rio vs. 2010 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2010 Renault Twingo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Twingo (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Kia Rio. (97 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Rio weights approximately 98 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Renault Twingo (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Rio | 2010 Renault Twingo | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Rio | Twingo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 76.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1153 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |