2007 SsangYong Rexton vs. 1996 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1996 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1081 kg more than 1996 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Renault Twingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Rexton (341 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 SsangYong Rexton | 1996 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | SsangYong | Renault |
| Model | Rexton | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2696 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1897 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
