2003 Honda That vs. 2009 Renault Twingo

To start off, 2009 Renault Twingo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda That. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda That would be higher. At 1,459 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Twingo (63 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Honda That. (51 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda That. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Twingo weights approximately 235 kg more than 2003 Honda That. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Honda That is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Renault Twingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda That 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, 2009 Renault Twingo (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda That. (61 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda That. 2003 Honda That has automatic transmission and 2009 Renault Twingo has manual transmission. 2009 Renault Twingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda That will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Honda That 2009 Renault Twingo
Make Honda Renault
Model That Twingo
Year Released 2003 2009
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 656 cc 1459 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 51 HP 63 HP
Engine RPM 7200 RPM 3750 RPM
Torque 61 Nm 160 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 1900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 820 kg 1055 kg
Vehicle Length 3400 mm 3610 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2370 mm


 

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