2000 Renault Twingo vs. 2000 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2000 Renault Twingo and 2000 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo S60 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2000 Renault Twingo. (57 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo S60 weights approximately 647 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.
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, 2000 Volvo S60 (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Twingo. (91 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Twingo. 2000 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 2000 Renault Twingo has manual transmission. 2000 Renault Twingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Renault Twingo | 2000 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Renault | Volvo |
Model | Twingo | S60 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1149 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1467 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |