2001 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Corolla (87 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2010 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 330 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, 2001 Toyota Corolla (221 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Corolla | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
