2002 Renault Twingo vs. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2002 Renault Twingo. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1141 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 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Twingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Twingo. (91 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Renault Twingo | 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Renault | Hyundai |
Model | Twingo | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1149 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 436 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 8.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 16:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1961 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4685 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 68 L |