2007 Toyota Quantum vs. 2011 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2011 Renault Twingo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Quantum would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Quantum (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2011 Renault Twingo. (63 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Quantum should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 1045 kg more than 2011 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Quantum 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 Toyota Quantum. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Toyota Quantum (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Twingo. (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Quantum | 2011 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Quantum | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 28.5 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2290 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
