1995 Renault Twingo vs. 2009 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2009 Toyota Venza is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Venza (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1995 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Venza weights approximately 515 kg more than 1995 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 Toyota Venza (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Twingo. 2009 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1995 Renault Twingo has manual transmission. 1995 Renault Twingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Twingo | 2009 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Twingo | Venza |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 67 L |
