2003 Ford Excursion vs. 1999 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2003 Ford Excursion is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1999 Renault Twingo. (57 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2390 kg more than 1999 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Renault Twingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion 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, 2003 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Twingo. (91 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Twingo. 2003 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1999 Renault Twingo has manual transmission. 1999 Renault Twingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Excursion | 1999 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Excursion | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 40 L |
