2005 Holden Frontera vs. 2012 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2012 Renault Twingo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2012 Renault Twingo. (63 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Frontera weights approximately 645 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 2005 Holden Frontera 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, 2005 Holden Frontera 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 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Twingo. (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Frontera | 2012 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | Frontera | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
