2006 Nissan X-Trail vs. 1998 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2006 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan X-Trail (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1998 Renault Twingo. (57 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 782 kg more than 1998 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Renault Twingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2006 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Twingo. (92 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan X-Trail | 1998 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | X-Trail | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
