2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2011 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2011 Renault Twingo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Rondo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Rondo would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2011 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Twingo.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Twingo. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Twingo has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Twingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 2011 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Rondo | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
