2007 Renault Twingo vs. 2002 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2007 Renault Twingo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 TVR Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 731 more horse power than 2007 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 TVR Speed 12 weights approximately 107 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 2002 TVR Speed 12 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 2002 TVR Speed 12. 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, 2002 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 788 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Twingo | 2002 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Renault | TVR |
| Model | Twingo | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 57 L |
