2001 Honda HR-V vs. 2010 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2010 Renault Twingo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2010 Renault Twingo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda HR-V weights approximately 65 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Renault Twingo (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda HR-V | 2010 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | HR-V | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 40 L |
