2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2012 Renault Twingo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (162 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2012 Renault Twingo. (133 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 307 kg more than 2012 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Renault Twingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Twingo. (160 Nm @ 440 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru Legacy | 2012 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Subaru | Renault |
| Model | Legacy | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |
