1997 Renault Twingo vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1997 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 1103 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 2013 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Renault Twingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Renault Twingo | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Twingo | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1147 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2774 mm |
