1999 Renault Twingo vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux is newer by 13 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 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1999 Renault Twingo. (57 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 710 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 2012 Toyota Hilux 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 2012 Toyota Hilux. 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, 2012 Toyota Hilux (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Twingo. (91 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Twingo | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Twingo | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
