1997 Renault Twingo vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Avalon (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1997 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 793 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.
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, 2013 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Renault Twingo | 2013 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Twingo | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1147 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |
