1996 Nissan Stagea vs. 2008 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2008 Renault Twingo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Stagea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Stagea would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Stagea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Stagea (187 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2008 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Stagea should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Stagea weights approximately 731 kg more than 2008 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Nissan Stagea is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Nissan Stagea. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Renault Twingo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Nissan Stagea (234 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Stagea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Twingo. 1996 Nissan Stagea has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Twingo has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Twingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Nissan Stagea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Stagea | 2008 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Stagea | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |
