1999 Renault Twingo vs. 1999 Renault Espace
To start off, both 1999 Renault Twingo and 1999 Renault Espace were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Espace (191 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1999 Renault Twingo. (57 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Espace weights approximately 860 kg more than 1999 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 Renault Espace (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Twingo. (91 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Renault Twingo | 1999 Renault Espace | |
Make | Renault | Renault |
Model | Twingo | Espace |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1149 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |