2006 Toyota RAV4 vs. 1995 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1995 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Twingo.
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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Twingo. 1995 Renault Twingo has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota RAV4 has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota RAV4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Renault Twingo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota RAV4 | 1995 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | RAV4 | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
