2000 BMW 318 vs. 2000 Renault Twingo
To start off, both 2000 BMW 318 and 2000 Renault Twingo were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 318 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2000 Renault Twingo. (57 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 318 weights approximately 540 kg more than 2000 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 BMW 318 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 2000 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 BMW 318 (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Twingo. (91 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 318 | 2000 Renault Twingo | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 318 | Twingo |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 76.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |