2000 Renault Twingo vs. 2010 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2010 GMC Canyon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2000 Renault Twingo. (57 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1658 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 2010 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Renault Twingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 GMC Canyon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Twingo. (91 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Twingo | 2010 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Renault | GMC |
| Model | Twingo | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 72 L |
