2005 Renault Twingo vs. 2005 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, both 2005 Renault Twingo and 2005 Aston Martin DB9 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 2005 Renault Twingo. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 790 kg more than 2005 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Aston Martin DB9 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 2005 Aston Martin DB9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 (571 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Twingo. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Twingo. 2005 Aston Martin DB9 has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Twingo has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Twingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Aston Martin DB9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Twingo | 2005 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Renault | Aston Martin |
| Model | Twingo | DB9 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 571 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 85 L |
