2007 BMW 120 vs. 2007 Renault Twingo
To start off, both 2007 BMW 120 and 2007 Renault Twingo were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 120 (148 HP) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Renault Twingo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 120 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2007 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Twingo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Twingo. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Twingo. 2007 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Twingo has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Twingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 120 | 2007 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 120 | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
