1999 Renault Twingo vs. 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300
To start off, 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 (213 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1999 Renault Twingo. (57 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 weights approximately 660 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.
Because 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Renault Twingo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 (298 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Twingo. (91 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Twingo. 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 has automatic transmission and 1999 Renault Twingo has manual transmission. 1999 Renault Twingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Twingo | 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Twingo | Progress NC 300 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
