2005 Dodge Caravan vs. 2009 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2009 Renault Twingo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Caravan (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Renault Twingo. (133 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 695 kg more than 2009 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, 2005 Dodge Caravan (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Twingo. (160 Nm @ 440 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Caravan | 2009 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Caravan | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 40 L |
