1997 Infiniti QX4 vs. 1997 Renault Twingo
To start off, both 1997 Infiniti QX4 and 1997 Renault Twingo were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1997 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1997 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Renault Twingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti QX4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Infiniti QX4 (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Twingo. 1997 Infiniti QX4 has automatic transmission and 1997 Renault Twingo has manual transmission. 1997 Renault Twingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Infiniti QX4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Infiniti QX4 | 1997 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Infiniti | Renault |
| Model | QX4 | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |
