2007 Acura TL vs. 1997 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1997 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura TL weights approximately 585 kg more than 1997 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, 2007 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TL | 1997 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | TL | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |
