1998 Porsche 911 vs. 2009 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2009 Renault Twingo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2009 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 485 kg more than 2009 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Renault Twingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 911 | 2009 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3387 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
