2001 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1995 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria (221 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1995 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 962 kg more than 1995 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford Crown Victoria 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 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Crown Victoria | 1995 Renault Twingo | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Crown Victoria | Twingo |
Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1777 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 66 L |