2007 Renault Twingo vs. 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, both 2007 Renault Twingo and 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,501 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit (150 HP) has 76 more horse power than 2007 Renault Twingo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit weights approximately 436 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 Rabbit (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Twingo. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Twingo | 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Twingo | Rabbit |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1147 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 150 HP |
Torque | 105 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 92.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |