2004 Renault Twingo vs. 2012 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2012 Toyota Avensis is newer by 8 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2004 Renault Twingo. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 412 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Toyota Avensis (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Twingo. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Twingo | 2012 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Twingo | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
