2000 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 1999 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 1 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 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (549 HP) has 492 more horse power than 1999 Renault Twingo. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 430 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 2000 Porsche Carrera GT 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 Porsche Carrera GT. 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, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (600 Nm) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Twingo. (91 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Porsche Carrera GT | 1999 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | Carrera GT | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 40 L |
