2004 Renault Twingo vs. 2005 Porsche 911

To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 2004 Renault Twingo. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 740 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 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Twingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Twingo. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Twingo. 2005 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Twingo has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Twingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Renault Twingo 2005 Porsche 911
Make Renault Porsche
Model Twingo 911
Year Released 2004 2005
Body Type Hatchback Convertible
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1149 cc 3605 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 74 HP 444 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 101 Nm 620 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 69 mm 100 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76.8 mm 76 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 9.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 168 km/hour 307 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.7 seconds 4.6 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 920 kg 1660 kg
Vehicle Length 3440 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 63 L


 

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