2002 Ford Fusion vs. 2001 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2002 Ford Fusion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Fusion (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2001 Renault Twingo. (57 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Fusion weights approximately 330 kg more than 2001 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, 2002 Ford Fusion (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Twingo. (91 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Fusion | 2001 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Fusion | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
