2001 Honda S-MX vs. 2011 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2011 Renault Twingo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Twingo (133 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda S-MX weights approximately 275 kg more than 2011 Renault Twingo.
Because 2001 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Renault Twingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX 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, 2001 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Twingo. (160 Nm @ 440 RPM). This means 2001 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda S-MX | 2011 Renault Twingo | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | S-MX | Twingo |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 440 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |