2002 Renault Twingo vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, both 2002 Renault Twingo and 2002 BMW Z3 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z3 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2002 Renault Twingo. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW Z3 weights approximately 625 kg more than 2002 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 BMW Z3 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 BMW Z3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 BMW Z3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Twingo. (91 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Twingo. 2002 BMW Z3 has automatic transmission and 2002 Renault Twingo has manual transmission. 2002 Renault Twingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW Z3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Twingo | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Twingo | Z3 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 51 L |
