2007 Infiniti M vs. 1996 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2007 Infiniti M is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti M (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1996 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Twingo.
Because 2007 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 Infiniti M (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Infiniti M | 1996 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Infiniti | Renault |
| Model | M | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 66 L |
