2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Renault Twingo
To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet Corvette and 2004 Renault Twingo were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (391 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 2004 Renault Twingo. (57 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 650 kg more than 2004 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Twingo. (91 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Renault Twingo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Corvette | Twingo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 391 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |