2005 Renault Twingo vs. 2005 Infiniti I

To start off, both 2005 Renault Twingo and 2005 Infiniti I were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2005 Renault Twingo. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti I weights approximately 590 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.

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 Infiniti I (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Twingo. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Twingo. 2005 Infiniti I 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 Infiniti I will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Renault Twingo 2005 Infiniti I
Make Renault Infiniti
Model Twingo I
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1149 cc 2960 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 73 HP 224 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 105 Nm 271 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 920 kg 1510 kg
Vehicle Length 3440 mm 4930 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2760 mm


 

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