2009 Renault Twingo vs. 2012 Kia Venga
To start off, 2012 Kia Venga is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 1,459 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Venga (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Renault Twingo. (63 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Venga should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Venga weights approximately 198 kg more than 2009 Renault Twingo. 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, 2009 Renault Twingo (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Venga. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Twingo | 2012 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | Twingo | Venga |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1459 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1253 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 48 L |
