2006 Renault Twingo vs. 1995 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Renault Twingo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Polo (73 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 65 kg more than 2006 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, 1995 Volkswagen Polo (129 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Twingo | 1995 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Twingo | Polo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
