1999 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2010 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2010 Renault Twingo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2010 Renault Twingo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 685 kg more than 2010 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, 1999 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Twingo. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Twingo. 1999 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2010 Renault Twingo has manual transmission. 2010 Renault Twingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Park Avenue | 2010 Renault Twingo | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Park Avenue | Twingo |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3798 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |