2001 Opel Zafira vs. 2008 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2008 Renault Twingo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Zafira (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Zafira weights approximately 495 kg more than 2008 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, 2001 Opel Zafira (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Zafira | 2008 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Zafira | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 40 L |
