2007 Renault Twingo vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2007 Renault Twingo and 2007 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2007 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 568 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.
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 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Twingo. 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Twingo | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Twingo | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1463 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |