2002 Honda Vamos vs. 2010 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2010 Renault Twingo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Vamos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Vamos would be higher. At 1,149 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Twingo (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Twingo weights approximately 95 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Vamos is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Honda Vamos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Renault Twingo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda Vamos (149 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Twingo. (145 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Vamos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Twingo. 2002 Honda Vamos has automatic transmission and 2010 Renault Twingo has manual transmission. 2010 Renault Twingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Vamos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Vamos | 2010 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Vamos | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 40 L |
